Surroundings

Head out and discover what our beautiful surroundings have to offer.

Tomar

Tomar (57 kilometers away) is known worldwide as the “City of the Templars” and offers an impressive blend of medieval history, religious heritage, and charming Portuguese culture. Situated on the banks of the Nabão River, the city is home to one of Portugal’s most important historical monuments.

Coimbra

Coimbra (45 kilometers away) is Portugal’s historic university city. It is a photogenic, lively city steeped in centuries-old traditions, featuring medieval alleyways and the melancholic sounds of Fado. Beautifully situated on the banks of the Mondego River, Coimbra served as the capital of Portugal for over a century during the Middle Ages. Today, the city offers a unique blend of a rich royal past and a vibrant student life.

Aveiro

The old port city of Aveiro (98 kilometers away) is surprising and unique for several reasons. It attracts a great deal of interest thanks to its location along the picturesque Costa Nova. This coastal area offers a delightful combination of beautiful architecture, charming seaside towns, traditional fishing, and remarkable natural scenery.

Nazaré

Nazaré (57 kilometers away) is legendary worldwide as a mecca for big-wave surfers, yet it is also one of Portugal’s most authentic and charming fishing villages. Situated on the Silver Coast, the location offers a unique contrast between the spectacular power of nature, vast sandy beaches, and centuries-old maritime traditions.

Óbidos

Óbidos (89 kilometers away) is one of Portugal’s best-preserved and most romantic medieval fortified towns. Strategically situated on a hill along the Silver Coast, the town is entirely enclosed by walls. Once inside the gates, you feel as though you have stepped back into the Middle Ages, thanks to the narrow cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses with blue and yellow trim, and an abundance of colorful bougainvillea.

Praia Lago Azul

Praia Fluvial do Lago Azul (officially Praia Fluvial da Castanheira) in Ferreira do Zêzere (60 kilometers away) offers a beautiful, peaceful freshwater beach on the Castelo do Bode reservoir. The water at this stunning river beach in Ferreira do Zêzere is crystal clear. Here you will find two fantastic floating pools, a marina, and one of Wakeboard Portugal’s “cable parks,” all set against truly breathtaking scenery. If you are looking for a paradise-like spot in Portugal to relax or enjoy water sports, you can be sure that Lago Azul will not disappoint.

Cascata Pedra da Ferida

Hidden away in the Serra do Espinhal—near the village of the same name in the municipality of Penela—lies another of our favorite waterfalls in Portugal. It is the magnificent Pedra da Ferida waterfall, standing nearly 25 meters tall and forming a delightful natural pool that is perfect for a refreshing dip on hot summer afternoons in Central Portugal.