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Lajes
City in Guarda, Portugal
Overview
Lajes is a charming small town set in the Guarda region of Portugal, known for its relaxed pace, welcoming community, and scenic surroundings. The town's authentic Portuguese atmosphere and proximity to natural beauty make it popular for those seeking a tranquil experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Portugal
District
Guarda
Population
3,744
Time Zone
Europe/Lisbon
Coordinates
40.48°, -7.72°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,220
Local Cost
$710
Local Income
$950
Cashless
60
English
40
Temperature
12.8°C
Summer Avg
20.7°C
Winter Avg
5.5°C
Record High
39.5°C
Record Low
-6.8°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
1051 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
9.0
Airport
VSE
Distance
31 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.
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