Religion & Spirituality
Easter traditions in Center of Portugal
Being Portugal a dominantly Catholic country, Easter time has a deep-rooted meaning with several celebrations taking place in all regions. Center of Portugal is no exception. From the coastline to the inland, namely in Ovar, Fundão and Idanha-a-Nova, locals live (...)
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. (...)
Archeology & Heritage
Here come the Romans!
Discover the enduring influence of the Roman legacy in Center of Portugal through this exciting route. Quoting the popular Monty Python sketch: "What have the Romans ever done for us?". As far as Center of Portugal region is concerned, a (...)
Cities & Villages
Christmas in Sabugal
A magical recreation of the Bethlehem crib, as well as a great opportunity to feel the uniqueness of this festive season. (...)
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! (...)
Nature & Outdoors
Stargazing in International Águeda River
International Águeda River is born in Spain, on the Spanish flank of Serra das Mesas. It flows along 130 km, and its last 25 km set the natural frontier between the two Iberian countries. It flows into the Douro at Barca d'Alva. (...)
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! (...)
Nature & Outdoors
Great Route of Zêzere
A deep immersion in the natural and cultural diversity that makes the Zêzere river valley a unique landscape in the heart of Center of Portugal. (...)
Archeology & Heritage
The marks in Trancoso houses
The medieval town of Trancoso is strongly influenced by its ancient Jewish presence. (...)
Archeology & Heritage
Portuguese Judaism today: Belmonte, the Jewish nation
Belmonte is, perhaps, the Portuguese town with the strongest Jewish presence and it stands out because it was a unique case, within the Iberian Peninsula, where Hebrew culture and tradition have lasted since the early 16th century until today. (...)
Sports & Leisure
The Great Route of Côa Valley
The Great Route of Côa Valley is a magical 196 km-long route along the Côa river from the spring in Fóios in Sabugal to the river estuary in Douro River in Vila Nova de Foz Côa. (...)