Articles about Nature & Outdoors in Center of Portugal

Nature & Outdoors

Beach hopping: from Porto Novo to Assenta

This inspiring 20 km-long beach hopping route will lead you from Valmitão to Assenta beach across the most incredible natural settings of Center of Portugal's west coast. That continues to impress travellers with its wilderness and unrivalled pristine beauty.  (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Perfect gardens

Center of Portugal offers some of the most surprising gardens in Portugal. The perfect settings for celebrating life and love, embraced by a soul-touching nature!  (...)

Beaches & Surf

The power of nature

Nazaré is the finest example of the relentless power of Mother Nature. The giant wave surfed by Hawaiian surfer Garret McNamara on November 1st 2011 has changed the fate of this charming fishing town. Nowadays, the whole economy of Nazaré (...)

Beaches & Surf

Our islands

Heavenly placed on the shore of Peniche, Berlenga archipelago is the only island reserve in the Portuguese mainland. Berlenga, Estelas and surrounding islands were classified Berlenga Natural Reserve on September 3rd 1981. (...)

Beaches & Surf

From Peniche to Ericeira

We leave the gravity-defying waves of Nazaré and set for the discovery of Peniche, a paradise for geology, bird-watching, surf and diving aficionados. (...)

Cities & Villages

From Nazaré to Peniche

We say goodbye to the unique classical charm of Figueira da Foz and head to a once small fishing town that became a major surf Mecca, Nazaré. (...)

Beaches & Surf

From Figueira da Foz to Nazaré

A prestigious beach resort for many decades, the inviting coastal city of Figueira da Foz continues to seduce its visitors with its unique flair and welcoming beaches. (...)

Beaches & Surf

From Aveiro to Figueira da Foz

Our journey starts in the enchanting region of Aveiro, known as “the Portuguese Venice”, a city bathed by light. (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Great Route of the Historical Villages

This great route connects the 12 Historical Villages of Center of Portugal by stages, in a circular track of 600 km.  (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Vouga Valley cycling path

Set upon the former railway line of Vouga – the very winding Vale das Voltas railway line that was deactivated in 1980 - the Vouga Valley cycling path stretches along 70 kms. The enchanted valley of Vouga River sets the (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Great Route of the Magical Mountains

The Great Route of the Magical Villages cross the Mountains of Montemuro, Arada, Arestal and Freita, along the Rivers Douro, Vouga and Paiva. (...)

Nature & Outdoors

From Areia Branca beach to Paimogo Fort

This enchanting walking tour will lead you across the most incredible bucolic landscapes at the heart of a jaw-dropping nature.  (...)