Things to do in Schist Villages

Kids & Families

Perfect for kids

Center of Portugal is the ideal place to travel with kids! From a miniature Portugal at Portugal dos Pequenitos, in Coimbra, to the real scale dinosaurs of Dino Parque Lourinhã, near Peniche, there's a magical world to unveil by both (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Geoscope of Fajão

Enjoying a stunning location at the dazzling Açor Mountain, the recently opened Geoscope of Fajão is the living proof that the Schist Villages are among the world's rarest destinations for dark sky observation. (...)

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.  (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Schist Villages by the Tagus and Ocreza Rivers

This is the smallest group of Schist Villages, as well as the most spread out. The proximity to the Alentejo plain can be utterly felt in the landscape. (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Schist Villages by the Zêzere River

The Zêzere is the common denominator of the identity of the six Aldeias do Xisto Villages located within its basin. Zêzere River is one of the wildest and most pristine rivers in the country. The landscapes it creates are unparalleled (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Schist Villages of Açor Mountain

The dazzling protected landscape of Açor Mountain is the home of 5 enchanting Schist Villages. A pristine nature that takes us back in time, embraced by a soul-soothing silence. (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Schist Villages of Lousã Mountain

Precious jewels at the heart of an inspiring nature! The stunning landscape of Lousã Mountain is the perfect setting of 12 enchanting Schist Villages: Aigra Nova, Aigra Velha, Candal, Casal de São Simão, Casal Novo, Cerdeira, Chiqueiro, Comareira, Ferraria de (...)

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. (...)

Sports & Leisure

Burgo river swing

Embraced by the stunning landscape of Lousã Mountain and its enchanting Schist Villages, the Burgo swing is placed in the river beach. (...)

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. (...)

Food & Drink

Varanda do Casal

A place where traditional tastes merge with modernity, where wood stoves keep the memories of culinary traditions alive in Portugal’s interior. (...)

Kids & Families — Tour

Kids & Families

From the Atlantic coastline to the depths of the inland, Center of Portugal is the ideal destination for both grown-ups and children! We take playing very seriously! (...)