Tourism in Portugal
Falling for Fall in Center of Portugal
Autumn is the season of renewal, the season of being inspired by the spell of new beginnings. Autumn in Center of Portugal is absolutely gorgeous, a deeply fascinating time to discover the most enchanting natural landscapes, covered in golden colours, bathed by sunlight.
Where to go
Center of Portugal destinations
Coimbra
Wine routes in Center of Portugal
This wine route presents you incredible wine producing and tasting spots that you can't afford to miss!
Wines of Center of Portugal
What to do
The best things to do in Center of Portugal
Articles
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Kids & Families
Christmas in Talasnal
With the arrival of the Christmas season, the Schist Village of Talasnal once again becomes one of the most iconic settings in Lousã Mountain. This year, the village presents its largest and most carefully crafted Christmas decorations ever, the result of a joint effort by local homeowners, the community, and municipal support.
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.
Food & Drink
Portuguese chicken
In Portugal, the four indigenous chicken breeds, Pedrês Portuguesa, Preta Lusitânica, Amarela (yellow) and Branca (white), are on the verge of extinction, so their conservation is absolutely urgent.
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?
Magazine
Edition 105 - New Collection
21.09.2026 • 12.10.2026
Unveil Center of Portugal's New Collection, featuring absolutely unique accommodations, embraced by the sea or by the river, along with charismatic new hotels, designed for the cities of the future.
Edition 104 - Portugal
23.07.2026 • 02.08.2026
What's to love about Portugal? What drives travellers from all corners of the world to come back to Portugal? The main argument is a caring people, welcoming visitors with genuine hospitality, warm hugs and lavish tables. But there are more reasons to love Portugal. And its inspiring soul. In the words of renowned musicologist Rui Vieira Nery: "Portugal is the great poem".
Edition 103 - A matter of faith
06.07.2026 • 19.07.2026
The devotion to Our Lady of Nazaré brings Portugal and Brazil together. An ocean of deep-rooted faith and the common language of hope. Building a better world through meaningful connections that can not be seen, but felt.
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