Attractions around Cantanhede

A stunning square to the university of Coimbra. This is a historic university built on the grounds of a former palace, the university is famed for its baroque library, the … read more

Neither the start of construction nor the date of completion of the old Sé Velha cathedral is available. The construction was probably started in the first years of the reign … read more

Wow, just impressive how the church looks from inside, especially the organ is the stunner.

The Church of San Juan de la Almedina was documented as early as 1083 and belonged to the Episcopal Palace of Coimbra. The temple was completely renovated in the 12th … read more

The new Coimbra Cathedral is the episcopal church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Coimbra.
The traditional diocese of Coimbra has existed since the 6th century; it also survived the … read more

Here a coffee in a bar ... And in between watching the people walking by ... priceless.

The Machado de Castro National Museum is a church art museum in Coimbra, Portugal, named after the well-known Portuguese sculptor Joaquim Machado de Castro.

At the highest point of the upper old town lies the university with the baroque clock and bell tower, the Biblioteca Joanina with around 300,000 precious books and the Capela … read more

Cute community with some historic churches and buildings along the alternate route between Figuera and Mira, avoiding the dark forest which has no views. According to the portuguese wikipedia, the … read more

A very beautiful park. A place to rest your mind and body.

Where the botanical garden continues into its wooded portion, there are a few attractions: a large area of very tall bamboo, a giant ficus, and a shaded house for plants that love shade and moisture.

This pretty little chapel is located in a 1 hectare bamboo forest.

Monumental staircase with 125 steps, part of the overall complex of the University of Coimbra. Originated in the Estado Novo period in the 1940 / 50s.

The cold fountain/fonte fria has some running and falling water from the steps above to the steps bellow. It's a cascade type fountain.

Here a beautiful bike path leads through nature, lined with trees, a small river, grazing sheep, bridges and beautiful benches to rest, linger and take a deep breath.

The origins of the San Francisco Monastery date back to 1602 and it is currently used as an event venue. From here you have a wonderful view of the silhouette of Coimbra.

The architecture of the three-aisled Romanesque church dates from the 12th century. A short visit is recommended.

A beautiful jewel that you can reach by bike or on foot along wonderful paths. There are eco-tourism offers and beautiful resting places.

A good amount of huge ferns that look like trees. They are alongside the road, providing a bit of freshness in warm days.

Praia de Mira is a charming coastal place with a white sand beach and clear waters, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the sun. The city, rich in cultural heritage, is … read more