Embraced by Nature
Nature & Outdoors

Embraced by Nature

Feeling the soul-soothing appeal of Nature and being embraced by silence is the ultimate luxury. Center of Portugal offers a handful of inspiring places and memorable experiences at the heart of a pristine Nature. 

Feeling the soul-soothing appeal of Nature and being embraced by silence is the ultimate luxury. Center of Portugal offers a handful of inspiring places and memorable experiences at the heart of a pristine Nature. 

Healing Forests
Inspired by the Japanese philosophy "shirin-yoku", meaning "forest ("shirin") bathing ("yoku")", the Western world has been developing a growing fascination for the healing power of forests. In Center of Portugal region, Bussaco National Forest will be the first certified Healing Forest in the Iberian Peninsula. A soul-soothing place to connect with nature, leaving all noise behind. 
Nature flavours
Founded in 2016 by Raquel and João, Quinta d'Arminho is a deeply inspiring family-run project of regenerative agriculture. This project is based on 3 premisses: soil, seasonality and biodiversity. Located in Mangualde, near Viseu, Quinta d'Arminho produces olive oil, several varieties of fruits, vegetables and blueberries.
Green Coimbra
Coimbra is not only about its impressive cultural richness and dazzling historical heritage. This enchanting city by the Mondego river offers its visitors inspiring parks and gardens. The ideal spots for peaceful breaks. The green heart of Coimbra.
Dornes
Beautifully embraced by the Zêzere River, Dornes is a picturesque village where time stands still. An enchanting place to discover off the beaten track, located in the north zone of Castelo de Bode dam, half an hour away from Tomar.
Stargazing in Serra da Estrela
Stargazing in the highest peak of the Portuguese mainland, the dazzling Serra da Estrela, can be a truly memorable experience! Serra da Estrela as never seen before.