Tourism in Portugal
Summer holidays in Center of Portugal
Looking for a peaceful and authentic summer holiday? Discover why the Center of Portugal is one of the best-kept secrets in Europe for sun, culture, and natural beauty.
Where to go
Center of Portugal destinations
Castelo Branco
Garden Tour
Discover the most amazing gardens of Centro de Portugal region and surrender to the unique beauty of these breathtaking places of inner peace and sheer bewilderment!
Gardens of Center of Portugal
What to do
The best things to do in Center of Portugal
Articles
Discover Center of Portugal
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Nature & Outdoors
Neotinea tridentata subsp. conica
Described for the first time in Portugal in 1805, the orchid species Neotinea tridentata subsp. conica was by that time known as Orchis conica. Its tiny flowers resemble angels and are beautifully fragile.
Arts & Culture
Saudade
Is it true that the word "saudade" only exists in the Portuguese language? The answer is not so straight-forward. Back in 1610, the grammarian Duarte Nunes de Leão argued that "no other language can explain the meaning of saudade". Does this word describe a feeling that only native Portuguese speakers can grasp?
Food & Drink
Cutlery in Caldas da Rainha and Alcobaça
Dating back to the Iron Age, cutlery has been a central activity in the region of Caldas da Rainha and Alcobaça, forging local identities in a deeply fascinating way.
Religion & Spirituality
Christmas in Óbidos
From November 28th to January 4th 2026, Óbidos transforms into a magical Christmas town! With festive decor, Santa’s farm, an Ice Bar, a Christmas market, and a grand wheel for scenic views, it’s the perfect family holiday experience.
Magazine
Edition 102 - Cutting edge
27.04.2026 • 11.05.2026
The city of Caldas da Rainha, once a glamorous thermal resort, founded by Queen D. Leonor back in the 15th century, has always been at the forefront of innovation and creativity. The genius of Bordallo Pinheiro ceramics or the ground-breaking cutlery tradition are among the many examples of this cutting-edge destination.
Edition 101 - The road not taken
23.03.2026 • 19.04.2026
Travelling with books across the inspiring landscapes of Center of Portugal. Through the creative visions of extraordinary Portuguese authors. Fictional paths that shed a new light on the Portuguese soul.
Edition 100 - Hasta la beach, baby!
02.02.2026 • 22.02.2026
The 100th edition unveils absolutely mind-blowing coastal relics of Center of Portugal! Away from the crowds. Closer to the uniqueness of the dazzling west coast region. Blessed by Nature.
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