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
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Food & Drink
Rabaçal Cheese
Still produced in a traditional way, the mouth-watering Rabaçal Cheese dates back to the foundation of Portugal. Described by the Portuguese writer Eça de Queiroz as "round and divine", Rabaçal Cheese is a true gastronomic delight!
Churches & Monasteries
Precious Crown of Our Lady of Fátima
Apart from its unquestionable value, the precious Crown of Our Lady of Fátima owns a deep symbolic meaning. It contains a non-precious element: the bullet of the assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II. Definitely, the most important piece treasured by the Shrine of Fátima.
Nature & Outdoors
The starry skies above us
The region of the Historical Village Castelo Rodrigo, also known as "the star village", is absolutely mind-blowing for dark sky enthusiasts!
Arts & Culture
Ferreira de Castro
Originally published in 1947, the novel A Lã e a Neve (Wool and Snow) by prestigious Portuguese writer Ferreira de Castro is an inspiring journey across the landscapes and the identity of Covilhã, Portugal's first factory city. The land of wool and snow, inhabited by relentless factory workers who dare to dream of a better future.
Magazine
Edition 103 - A matter of faith
06.07.2026 • 19.07.2026
The cult of Our Lady of Nazaré brings Portugal and Brazil together. An ocean of faith, deep-rooted devotion and the common language of hope. Building a better world through meaningful connections that can not be seen, but felt.
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.
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