Autumn leaves you breathless in Center of… • Center of Portugal

This is our Top 10 of places and experiences that you cannot miss while visiting this deeply diversified region.

Autumn is the season of renewal, the season of being inspired by the spell of new beginnings. Autumn in Center of Portugal is absolutely gorgeous, a deeply fascinating time to discover the most enchanting natural landscapes, covered in golden colours, bathed by sunlight.

This is our Top 10 of places and experiences that you cannot miss while visiting this deeply diversified region: train journeys, walking routes, Schist Villages, Mountain Villages and Historical Villages, fairytale gardens and challenging wooden paths.

You name it. Autumn leaves you breathless in Center of Portugal!

Cities & Villages

By train across the Tagus

Explore Central Portugal on a 2-hour train journey from Entroncamento to Vila Velha de Ródão, along the banks of the Tagus River.

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Abrantes

Embraced by the Tagus River, the charming city of Abrantes has a fascinating History, along with a breath-taking natural heritage. A match made in heaven!

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Nature & Outdoors

Wooden paths of Fragas de São Simão

The wooden paths of Fragas de São Simão connect the Schist Village of Casal de São Simão to the river beach and the viewpoint of São Simão.

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Nature & Outdoors

Park D. Carlos I

Located at the heart of the charming city of Caldas da Rainha, Park D. Carlos I was named after the Portuguese king.

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Mountain Villages

All of them seem too tiny in the infinity of a globalised world, but they are full of genuine people. The natural setting is absolutely beautiful. Serra da Estrela is truly overwhelming, perfect, unique, a place of silence.

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Historical Villages of Portugal

It is impossible to resist discovering the numerous tracks that go through the villages and enjoy a walking, riding or car visit. Be inspired by the breathtaking views and take the chance to taste some of the most traditional products in the area.

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Nature & Outdoors

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!

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Religion & Spirituality

Portuguese inland Way of Santiago

This route crosses the most breath-taking landscapes of forests, agricultural and rural areas, highlighting the rich cultural and religious heritage, as well as an unrivalled natural settings.

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Schist Villages

27 unique villages spread out in the mountains, hidden from the daily routine. Here clocks tick slower and time has a different meaning. Relax, explore and enjoy a true natural experience.

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