Discover Portugal’s river beaches: nature and… • Center of Portugal

A refreshing journey across some of the most eye-catching river beaches of Center of Portugal. Soulful experiences closer to nature. True hidden gems, ideal for sustainable and family-friendly escapes.

Nature & Outdoors

Natural pools of Cortes do Meio

The Mountain Village of Cortes do Meio, located in the council of Covilhã, 12 km away from Unhais da Serra, is known as capital of the natural pools.

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Nature & Outdoors

Vale do Rossim river beach

It is an artificial lagoon that was converted into an appealing leisure area. It is ideal for families and for engaging in swimming, canoeing and kayak.

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Nature & Outdoors

Loriga river beach

Located in a glacial valley, at the heart of breath-taking Serra da Estrela, the stunning 800 m-high Loriga river beach is a true must! In fact, surprising Loriga is the only river beach in Portugal situated in a glacial valley!

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Poço da Broca river beach

The stunning 10 m-high waterfall of Poço da Broca is certainly one of the best-kept secrets of Serra da Estrela. Located near the village of Vide, in Barriosa, at the heart of Alvoco river stream, this is the most impressive of 5 waterfalls.

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Cities & Villages

Lapa dos Dinheiros

Located upon Alva River and Caniça river stream, this is the place to see the valley of Mondego River.

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Nature & Outdoors

Aldeia Viçosa river beach

At the heart of the Natural Park of Serra da Estrela, 22 km away from the inland city of Guarda, the river beach of Aldeia Viçosa, located on the right bank of Mondego River, is a true must during Summer time !

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Nature & Outdoors

Foz d'Égua river beach

In the immediate surroundings of the HIstorical Village of Piódão, in the meeting point of the river streams of Piódão and Chãs d’Égua, you will find the mesmerising Foz d’Égua river beach. A natural pool that feels like paradise and a truly instagrammable spot!

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Nature & Outdoors

Senhora da Piedade

Located in the breath-taking Lousã Mountain, 34 km away from Coimbra, Senhora da Piedade river beach was named after the nearby hermitage. A place of sheer natural beauty near the iconic Castle of Lousã.

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Nature & Outdoors

Poço Azul

Poço Azul river beach, located in Arada Mountain, in São Pedro do Sul, near Viseu, is the ultimate natural masterpiece.

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Nature & Outdoors

Penedo Furado

The densely wooded Penedo Furado river beach, beautifully placed in the region of Vila Rei, Portugal's geodesic centre, in the EN2, 45 minutes away from Tomar, is a true natural paradise inhabited by several waterfalls. Ideal for families and nature lovers.

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Discover Portugal’s river beaches: nature and tranquillity in the Center of Portugal