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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Nature & Outdoors
A glass of wine under the stars
The perfect spot to look up to the magical starry skies, as well as the stage of truly unique astronomy events. Cheers to life under the stars!
Food & Drink
Eating in Leiria
The city and the whole region of Leiria is a true icon of gastronomy. Absolutely perfect for foodies and the most demanding tastes. There are restaurants that were converted in unrivalled legends in Portugal, Meccas of the finest cuisine and opulent tables. A foodie's delight!
Beaches & Surf
Nazaré Big Waves
The Nazaré Canyon is the reason why the waves are so big and so high breaking. This makes Nazaré a hotspot for big wave surfing.
Religion & Spirituality
Faith beads
The rosary business in Fátima goes back to the 20's of the 20th century. Although some part of this activity has preserved a handmade dimension, nowadays the most successful rosary-making company in Portugal, Farportugal sells mostly to the foreign markets, producing 1 million rosaries every year. Even scented rosaries.
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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