History of Labruja
The name: according to José Pedro Machado, from the Latinised ‘Labrugia’; in Old Portuguese ‘labruge’ meant laurel (the same origin as Labruge and Labrujó). A mountain freguesia 9 km from Ponte de Lima, one of the largest in the municipality. Its hamlets include Codeçal, Arco and Valinhos. About 315 m of climbing in 4.2 km from Codeçal to the Alto da Portela Grande (400 m), the highest point of the Portuguese Camino.
What to see in Labruja
Santuário do Senhor do Socorro
Its festival is on the first Sunday of July.
Ponte do Arquinho
Bridge of the freguesia.
Capela de São João da Grova
The freguesia’s chapel.
Cruz dos Franceses
At an altitude of 325 m, on the climb.
Population and location
Labruja has 383 inhabitants in 2021 (freguesia), according to Portuguese INE. Its area is 16.73 km².
Festivals and food
Senhor do Socorro: first Sunday of July.
The Portuguese Camino in Labruja
Ponte de Lima – Rubiães stage: Codeçal (km 8.2, bar-shop and hermitage) and Alto da Portela Grande (km 12.4). Albergues O Conforto, Casa da Valada and other accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
How many albergues are there in Labruja?
This guide lists 1 place to stay for pilgrims in Labruja, with checked prices, beds and seasons.
Which stage of the Portuguese Camino is Labruja on?
On the Ponte de Lima – Rubiães stage of the Portuguese Camino Central Route (17.4 km, 10.8 miles).