Tourism in Portugal

Water is a pivotal concern of nations worldwide and Portugal is in this scope no exception, struggling against water scarcity, especially in the inland regions. In Center of Portugal, the prestigious Universities of Aveiro and University of Beira Interior, in Covilhã, are at the forefront of innovative water-based sustainable projects, developing smart nature-based solutions to reduce water consumption and to protect biodiversity and natural ecosystems, while raising public awareness on urgent sustainable practices. The clock is ticking.

Check out the main events taking place in Viseu this year and in 2027!

In the center of Leiria or in the immediate surroundings, there are plenty of options in terms of accommodation. Discover unique hotels, out-of-the-box hostels and surprising accommodations. For all tastes and budgets.

Although the city started as a hill fort, it was during Roman times that Viseu confirmed its importance.