A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Caen vs. Lugo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Caen or Lugo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Caen and Lugo. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Caen or Lugo?

Caen

Caen is a city in France on the coast in the Calvados department of Lower Normandy. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there. The town was destroyed almost completely in 1944 during WWII and it is a remarkable achievement that Caen has kept so many of its historical monuments given the terrible battle that besieged the town following the Normandy beach landings. After the war the town passed through 15 years of reconstruction, and continued to improve afterwards. In recent years the town has made further significant efforts and Caen now has an attractive, carefully restored, historic center. The city has also preserved the memory of its past by erecting a memorial and a museum dedicated to peace, the Memorial de Caen. The city is often considered the archetype of Normandy.

Lugo

Located in northwestern Spain, Lugo is a city of the Galicia region best known for its old city, completely surrounded by Roman walls. Within these walls are some of Lugo's most impressive sights including a striking city hall, elaborate cathedral, and many beautiful city squares and plazas. The city is also known for its festivals and is the capital of a province of the same name.

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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Caen and Lugo, we can see that Caen is more expensive. And not only is Lugo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lugo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lugo and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Caen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Caen than you might in Lugo.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Caen Expensive? and Is Lugo Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Caen or Lugo?

Caen has a larger population, and is about 20% larger than the population of Lugo. When comparing the sizes of Caen and Lugo, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Caen or Lugo?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Caen or Lugo in the Summer?

Both Lugo and Caen during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Caen in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Caen is around the same temperature as Lugo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Caen in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Lugo averages at about 19°C (66°F).

In Lugo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Caen. In the summer, Caen often gets less sunshine than Lugo. Caen gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 248 hours of full sun.

Caen usually gets more rain in July than Lugo. Caen gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Caen or Lugo in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Caen and Lugo. Most visitors come to Caen for the city's sights and attractions during these months.

In October, Caen is generally cooler than Lugo. Daily temperatures in Caen average around 12°C (54°F), and Lugo fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

Caen usually receives less sunshine than Lugo during autumn. Caen gets 128 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Lugo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Caen usually receives less rain than Lugo. Caen gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Caen or Lugo in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Caen as well as Lugo. The winter months attract visitors to Caen because of the museums and the cuisine.

The weather in Caen can be very cold. Caen is much colder than Lugo in the winter. The daily temperature in Caen averages around 5°C (41°F) in January, and Lugo fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

In the winter, Caen often gets less sunshine than Lugo. Caen gets 70 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 103 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Lugo. Caen usually gets less rain in January than Lugo. Caen gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Caen or Lugo in the Spring?

Both Lugo and Caen are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The activities around the city are the main draw to Caen this time of year.

In the spring, Caen is cooler than Lugo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Caen in April average around 9°C (49°F), and Lugo averages at about 13°C (55°F).

Caen usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Lugo during spring. Caen gets 171 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Caen usually receives less rain than Lugo. Caen gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Lugo and Caen