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The Central Region of Portugal is an area of stunning natural beauty located midway between Porto to the north and Lisbon to its south, due east of the university city of Coimbra and bounded on its east side by the Serra da Estrela mountains.

Coimbra The region has two major cities; Coimbra is the capital of Beira Litoral and Viseu is the capital of Beira Alta. Both are centres of historic interest, with universities, shopping, good restaurants and public offices. Coimbra is most widely known for its prestigious ancient university.   Viseu is the capital of the Dão wine region, with an historic core and 12th Century Cathedral (Sé).

The terrain is typically of lush river valleys meandering through wooded hills in which many individual village communities are located, with a breathtaking backdrop of high mountains all around.

The rivers Alva and Mondego are constantly present, with wonderful spots for swimming, fishing, boating or just relaxing. The area is a paradise for walking, cycling or horseriding; nature abounds here in a scale not now seen in the UK . There are plenty of historic sites and other attractions, local markets and shops, handicrafts and local village festas; lots to do and an enormous range of restaurants, cafés and bars to suit all tastes.

Local Towns

Beaches

Places to Eat

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Central Portugal

 

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