Tourism in Portugal
Autumn in Center of Portugal
This is our Top 10 of places and experiences that you cannot miss while visiting this deeply diversified region. Autumn is our favourite colour !
Where to go
Center of Portugal destinations
Serra da Estrela
Covão dos Conchos
Located at a 1500 m height, Covão dos Conchos, "the mysterious hole" is certainly one of the most appealing spots in Serra da Estrela Natural Park. A masterpiece of engineering, hand in hand with Nature.
Covão dos Conchos
What to do
The best things to do in Center of Portugal
Articles
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Shopping
200 years of Vista Alegre
On July 1st 1824, the visionary entrepreneur José Ferreira Pinto Basto founded the porcelain factory Vista Alegre, putting into motion a true revolution.
Beaches & Surf
Beaches of Alcobaça
Discover the dazzling sandy beaches in the region of Alcobaça. The perfect destination for your Summer vacations ! Very close to the stunning World Heritage Monastery of Alcobaça.
Health & Wellness
Water-based sustainable projects in Center of 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.
Nature & Outdoors
Peniche: a destination for birdwatchers
Peniche: A top global spot for seabird watching. Witness the incredible seabird migration show!
Magazine
Edition 99 - Travelling with purpose
15.09.2025 • 06.10.2025
Travelling is all about making meaningful connections and feeling the spirit of the place. Talking to locals, sharing life stories, unveiling the secrets of a soul-soothing Mother Nature, making a positive impact on the surrounding environment. Feeling close to what really matters. The world needs lasting bonds. And every step counts.
Edition 98 - Ocean: Blue Dialogue
14.04.2025 • 28.04.2025
Dedicated to the theme “Ocean: Blue Dialogue”, World Expo Osaka 2025 will be held from April 13th to October 13th. Portugal and Japan share a 500 years-old History, along with a common concern for the sustainability of our oceans and the urgent need to foster a blue economy. This edition follows an inspirational journey across the Atlantic coastline, unveiling its iconic coastal cities, jaw-dropping surf spots and welcoming fishing towns.
Edition 97 - Weddings
31.03.2025 • 14.04.2025
Center of Portugal has all it takes to be a perfect wedding destination: breath-taking venues, unique natural landscapes along with top-professional wedding planners who put all their passion into every single detail. Because love will always be the secret ingredient.
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