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Guarda, Administrative district in central Portugal

The district of Guarda extends across 5,518 square kilometers of mountainous terrain, bordering Spain in the northeastern region of central Portugal.

King Sancho I established the district of Guarda in 1199, making it a strategic administrative territory during the formation of the Portuguese nation.

The district administration maintains fourteen municipalities, each contributing to the preservation of regional traditions through local governance and community initiatives.

The district capital connects to major Portuguese cities and Spain through the Beira Alta railway line, facilitating transportation across the region.

Located at 1,056 meters above sea level, the district experiences regular snowfall with approximately twelve snow days registered each year.

Location: Guarda

Location: Beiras e Serra da Estrela

Elevation above the sea: 1,056 m

Shares border with: Pinhel, Almeida, Sabugal, Celorico da Beira, Manteigas, Gouveia, Belmonte, Covilhã

Phone: +351271220200

Email: geral@mun-guarda.pt

Website: https://mun-guarda.pt

GPS coordinates: 40.53639,-7.26833

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:56

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