O Refugio — retreat center
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O Refugio

A place to pause and regroup

Portugal Canelas donation

O Refugio has a street address in Canelas, Portugal, and runs by donation. It is about 20 km from Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), near Porto. Contact the host before planning a visit to confirm retreat dates, practice details, accommodation, and how contributions are handled.

Highlights

  • A named retreat venue
  • A fixed address for visit planning

Good for

Flexible-budget travelersIndependent retreat plannersVisitors looking near Porto

Setting

O Refugio is at Av. da Bela Vista 431 in Canelas, Portugal.

A typical day

Daily structure depends on the retreat; ask the host about start times, session lengths, meals, and the overall schedule before booking.

What to bring

The annual average temperature is 15.7°C, with warmer, drier months from June to August. Bring layers for cooler weather and rain protection, particularly from November to January.

Address Av. da Bela Vista 431, 4575-193 Canelas, Portugal

How to get there

The address is Av. da Bela Vista 431, 4575-193 Canelas, Portugal.

Nearest airport: Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) (20 km)

Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), near Porto, is approximately 20 km from O Refugio; ask the host about onward transport.

Nearest city: Porto

How to book

Contact the host directly to ask about reservations.

Pricing

O Refugio runs by donation; ask the host how contributions are handled.

Climate

Climate Zone: Temperate

Best Months: Jul, Aug, Jun

Avoid: Nov, Jan, Dec

The annual average temperature is 15.7°C, with the warmest and driest months falling from June to August. November, December, and January are among the wettest months.

Location

Frequently asked questions

How can I confirm retreat dates and reserve a place?

Contact the host directly to ask about dates and booking.

Can beginners attend a retreat at O Refugio?

Ask the host whether a particular retreat is suitable for beginners.

What should I bring for the weather in Canelas?

Pack layers for cooler months and a waterproof jacket for the wetter season, especially November, December, and January.

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