Mafra Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
municipality and town of Portugal
About Mafra
Mafra (MAH-fruh, /ˈma.fɾɐ/) is mainly rural with some tourist activity centred in the town and especially in the seaside town ofEriceira, which has become a key destination for national and international surfers. Since the completion of the A8 motorway, linking the eastern part of the municipality to the centre of Lisbon, commuter population has increased substantially. The climate of Mafra, under strong oceanic influence, is moderately rainy. In general, it has mild minimum temperatures during the coldest months and a cool and windy summer during which there is a tendency for fog formation. The annual average temperature is around15°C (59°F). It has a wet season (October to March) and a dry season (April to September). Humidity remains high throughout the year, but especially during summe
Top Attractions in Mafra
Explore the best things to see and do in Mafra:
- ★Basilica of Our Lady and St. Anthony
- ★Church of St. Andrew
- ★Convento de Mafra
- ★Praia da Foz do Lizandro
- ★Praia de São Lourenço
- ★Tapada Nacional de Mafra (national park)
Where to Eat in Mafra
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Churrasqueira Povoense
Where to Stay in Mafra
- 🏨Casa Paço D'Ilhas
Mafra Travel Guide Sections
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