Cabo da Roca, Portugal

Cabo da Roca

The westernmost point of mainland Europe, on wild Atlantic cliffs.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Cabo da Roca

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the windswept cliffs to the lighthouse and the stone cross at the westernmost point of mainland Europe.
  2. AfternoonWalk the steep path down to Praia da Ursa, a wild beach with huge sea stacks.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset over the Atlantic from the cliffs.

Day 2

Visit the palaces of Sintra, or the beach town of Cascais.

What to eat

Fresh grilled fish in the small village of Azóia.

Local tips

Make the most of Cabo da Roca

Beat the crowds

Midday is busy with tour groups. Late afternoon and sunset are lovely.

Best photo spot

The red lighthouse and the steep cliffs dropping into the Atlantic at sunset.

Getting there

Buses run from Sintra (about 40 minutes) and Cascais.

Don't miss nearby

Sintra's palaces and the wild Ursa beach just to the north.

Good to know

It's very windy; bring a jacket. The tourist office sells a certificate saying you reached the westernmost point of mainland Europe.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Cabo da Roca

Getting there

  • Cascais Airport (CAT)14 km away
  • Lisbon Airport (LIS)30 km away
  • Lisbon30 km away
  • Coimbra185 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryPortugal

Questions

Cabo da Roca: good to know

Is Cabo da Roca worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and the coast. The westernmost point of mainland Europe, on wild Atlantic cliffs.

How many days do you need in Cabo da Roca?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Cabo da Roca?

You can visit all year. Midday is busy with tour groups. Late afternoon and sunset are lovely.

How do you get to Cabo da Roca?

The nearest airport is Cascais Airport (CAT), about 14 km away. Buses run from Sintra (about 40 minutes) and Cascais.

What is there to see near Cabo da Roca?

Nearby hidden places include Sintra (9.6 km), Cascais (11 km) and Lisbon (32 km).

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