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Serra da Estrela: Torre – 2019-10-03 Torre Mountain, highest point of mainland Portugal (1993 m)📷 Jelger, CC BY 2.0

Serra da Estrela: Torre

Seia, Portugal

Views

The highest road in mainland Portugal, ending at 1,993 m among glacial lakes.

Nearest town
Seia, Portugal
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
40.3217, -7.6130

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 May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (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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Central Portugal: Templars and granite villages – Torre (6414303875)© jfcfar from Aveiro, Portugal · CC BY 2.0
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Central Portugal: Templars and granite villages

375 km5 stops4 days

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Monsanto boulder village – Casa típica de Monsanto 1© Axel Cotón Gutiérrez · CC BY-SA 4.0
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University of Coimbra – Biblioteca Joanina (53560470042)© xiquinhosilva · CC BY 2.0
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University of Coimbra

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Campsites nearby

  • Curral do NegroCampsite
    19 km from Serra da Estrela: Torre · 30 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Valhelhas CampingCampsite
    20 km from Serra da Estrela: Torre
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Toca da RaposaCampsite
    20 km from Serra da Estrela: Torre
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Serra da Estrela-OesteMotorhome stopover
    22 km from Serra da Estrela: Torre · 6 pitches
    MotorhomesDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalFree
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Quinta das CegonhasCampsite
    23 km from Serra da Estrela: Torre
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowers
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Camping das CegunhasCampsite
    23 km from Serra da Estrela: Torre
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowers
    OSMAdd to trip

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

FAQs

Where is Serra da Estrela: Torre?

Serra da Estrela: Torre is in Seia, Portugal, at GPS 40.3217, -7.6130. It is about 21 km from Piódão.

Can you camp near Serra da Estrela: Torre?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Parque de Autocaravanas de Unhais da Serra, about 7 km away; within 25 km there are 23 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Serra da Estrela: Torre?

Serra da Estrela: Torre is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Central Portugal: Templars and granite villages.

What is there to see near Serra da Estrela: Torre?

Places worth a stop nearby: Piódão (21 km), Monsanto boulder village (53 km), Bussaco National Forest (64 km) and University of Coimbra (70 km).

When is the best time to visit Serra da Estrela: Torre?

The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)