Tourism in Portugal

Off the beaten track beaches of Center of Portugal

Explore the hidden charm of Center of Portugal's less known sea and river beaches. Off the beaten track, far from more touristy Summer destinations. Closer to the spirit of the place.

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Center of Portugal destinations

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A deeper look

This edition will lead you across the most stunning belvederes of Center of Portugal, placed at the heart of absolutely incredible natural landscapes. Dazzling views that leave us breathless. Unique spots where we can hear nothing but silence. Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Closer to our thoughts.

Belvederes of Center of Portugal

Tourism in Portugal

What to do

The best things to do in Center of Portugal

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Valinhos Sanctuary

Religion & Spirituality

Valinhos Sanctuary

Senhora da Piedade

Nature & Outdoors

Senhora da Piedade

Tile tour in Ovar

Cities & Villages

Tile tour in Ovar

UNESCO World Heritage Tour

Monuments & Attractions

UNESCO World Heritage Tour

Moinho do Boneco

Kids & Families

Moinho do Boneco

Pegões Aqueduct

Nature & Outdoors

Pegões Aqueduct

Salão Brazil

Endless Summer at Center of Portugal!

Kids & Families

Endless Summer at Center of Portugal!

Geoscope of Fajão

Nature & Outdoors

Geoscope of Fajão

Berlengas

Nature & Outdoors

Penamacor, the land of the famous Jew

Cities & Villages

Penamacor, the land of the famous Jew

The Wool Route - Translana

The Wool Route - Translana

Articles

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Portuguese Judaism today: Belmonte, the Jewish nation

Archeology & Heritage

Portuguese Judaism today: Belmonte, the Jewish nation

Belmonte is, perhaps, the Portuguese town with the strongest Jewish presence and it stands out because it was a unique case, within the Iberian Peninsula, where Hebrew culture and tradition have lasted since the early 16th century until today.

Necessary Papers

EU citizens: Identity card Non-UE citizens: Updated passport

Schist Villages of Lousã Mountain

Nature & Outdoors

Schist Villages of Lousã Mountain

Precious jewels at the heart of an inspiring nature! The stunning landscape of Lousã Mountain is the perfect setting of 12 enchanting Schist Villages: Aigra Nova, Aigra Velha, Candal, Casal de São Simão, Casal Novo, Cerdeira, Chiqueiro, Comareira, Ferraria de São João, Gondramaz, Pena and Talasnal.

Allegro ma non troppo

Nature & Outdoors

Allegro ma non troppo

The first movement of Beethoven's Pastoral Symphony is "Allegro ma non troppo", depicting the awakening of cheerful feelings on arrival in the countryside. This symphony is a hymn of gratitude to Nature. A love letter to the natural world.

Sleeping in Coimbra

Cities & Villages

Sleeping in Coimbra

Coimbra offers its visitors many high-quality hotels that suit all tastes and demands.

Magazine

Edition 94

17.09.2024 • 01.10.2024

Small, handmade, human. Center of Portugal offers a handful of such stunning accommodations. A second edition was absolutely necessary. Away from the crowds, closer to the sparkle of uniqueness.

Edition 93

16.09.2024 • 30.09.2024

Center of Portugal brings you closer to what really matters. To the essence of life. Embraced by Nature. These are quite outstanding accommodations at the heart of peaceful natural settings, ruled by silence. Small, handmade, human. This is the motto for 2025.

Edition 92

05.08.2024 • 19.08.2024

“What kind of world is this where you have to be mad to do the right thing?”. This edition pays homage to Aristides de Sousa Mendes, the Portuguese consul who saved millions of lives from the horror of the holocaust. The man who had the courage to do the right thing, only following the rules of his enlightened disobedience.

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