Leixoes, Portugal

Cruise Port

Leixoes

Portuguese seaport.

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Overview

Leixoes is a cruise port in Portugal. It lies on the coast at approximately 41.183, -8.7.

About Leixoes

The Port of Leixões is one of Portugal’s largest seaports and the primary maritime gateway for the Northern Region. Located in Matosinhos, just north of Porto and approximately 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) from the Douro River mouth, the port handles diverse cargoes including containers, bulk cargoes, breakbulk and ro-ro, as well as serving cruise ships and fishing vessels. It is connected to Portugal’s national railway network by the Leixões line.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Leixoes — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Leixoes

Leça da Palmeira
Leça da Palmeira
Planta geografica da barra da cidade do Porto
Planta geografica da barra da cidade do Porto
Porto de Leixões - Titã
Porto de Leixões - Titã
Porto de Leixões - Portugal
Porto de Leixões - Portugal

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 25°C in Jul and coolest around 14°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
14°
7°
Feb
16°
9°
Mar
17°
9°
Apr
19°
11°
May
21°
13°
Jun
22°
15°
Jul
25°
16°
Aug
25°
17°
Sep
23°
16°
Oct
22°
15°
Nov
17°
11°
Dec
15°
10°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Leixoes the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Leixoes, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →