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Cristo Rei, Almada 02📷 Simon Burchell, CC BY-SA 4.0

Cristo Rei

Almada, Portugal

Views

A giant statue of Christ above the south bank of the Tagus, with a lift to a platform looking over Lisbon and the 25 de Abril bridge. Easy parking compared with the city.

Nearest town
Almada, Portugal
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
38.6785, -9.1712

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Portugal: Electronic tolls by number plate. Some motorways only have electronic tolls; register your plate or rent a transponder. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Area Serviço Autocaravana CorroiosMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Cristo Rei · 15 pitches
    MotorhomesDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Lisboa CampingCampsite
    6 km from Cristo Rei
    TentsCaravansWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Orbitur Costa da CaparicaCampsite
    7 km from Cristo Rei
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Fábrica do Braço de PrataMotorhome stopover
    9 km from Cristo Rei
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalWi-FiFree
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Montijo GardenMotorhome stopover
    18 km from Cristo Rei
    CaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    OSMAdd to trip
  • YMCA Camp AlambreCampsite
    24 km from Cristo Rei
    ToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Portugal · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Cristo Rei?

Cristo Rei is in Almada, Portugal, at GPS 38.6785, -9.1712. It is about 6 km from Lisbon.

Can you camp near Cristo Rei?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Area Serviço Autocaravana Corroios, about 5 km away; within 25 km there are 30 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Cristo Rei?

Cristo Rei is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Serra da Arrábida and the Setúbal peninsula.

What is there to see near Cristo Rei?

Places worth a stop nearby: Jerónimos Monastery (4 km), Belém Tower (4 km), Boca do Inferno (23 km) and Palácio da Pena (23 km).

When is the best time to visit Cristo Rei?

The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)