The Top 7 Lakes in Coimbra
Looking to visit the best lakes in Coimbra? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Coimbra’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 27, 2025
Barrinha de Mira
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Barrinha de Mira is a small village located on the coast of Portugal, part of the parish of Praia de Mira, municipality of Mira, district of Coimbra.
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Barragem da Aguieira
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The Aguieira Dam, also known as the Foz do Dão Dam, located on the Mondego River between Penacova and Mortágua, was started in 1973 and inaugurated in 1981. At 89 …
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Queridas Lagoon
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A lake of unusual beauty located in Queridas. The lake, by all indications, was not the result of a natural process but rather the removal of excessive land by human …
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Lagoa da Vela
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It is the largest natural lagoon in the Gândara region, located near Praia da Tocha. It has great ecological importance: habitat for waterfowl, amphibians and vegetation characteristic of wetlands.
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Scenic road
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This road offers you a suggestive panorama that embraces the artificial lake of the dam and the surrounding imposing and wild mountains.
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Santa Luzia Dam
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The Barragem de Santa Luzia is an arch dam built on the bed of the Unhais River between 1930 and 1942.
The dam's name comes from the Hermitage of Santa Luzia, a chapel located nearby.
The dam's name comes from the Hermitage of Santa Luzia, a chapel located nearby.
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Santa Luzia Dam
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The Barragem de Santa Luzia is an arch dam built on the bed of the Unhais River between 1930 and 1942.
The dam's name comes from the Hermitage of Santa Luzia, a chapel located nearby.
The dam's name comes from the Hermitage of Santa Luzia, a chapel located nearby.
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