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Outdoor activities in Figueira da Foz

Ciclovia de Buarcos

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Avenida Dom João II
3080, Buarcos

Figueira da Foz

Along the beach, you can run or ride a bike on special sidewalks appropriate for it.

Salinas da Figueira da Foz

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São Pedro
3090, Vila Verde

Figueira da Foz

The Figueira da Foz salt pans are located in the estuary of the Mondego River. They consist of small units with many compartments, connected by a network of channels. Characteristic of this area are the salt warehouses, wooden buildings with a capacity to store between 150 and 200 tons of salt. To safeguard this important heritage, a museum, a three-kilometer walking trail and a tourist boat tour were created in these Salinas in Figueira da Foz.

Praça do Forte

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Avenida de Espanha
3080-271, Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

This is the main square of the city, meeting point of the population and where several concerts and parties take place throughout the year.

Rota de Seiça

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Rua Capela da Nossa Senhora de Seiça
3090, Paião

Figueira da Foz

A 10 km long pedestrian trail that lasts between 3 and 4 hours. During the walk, one may pass by the Fonte dos Frades (Friars Fountain), the rice fields and many other beautiful features.

Rota de Maiorca

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Terreiro do Paço
3090, Maiorca

Figueira da Foz

A 12 kilometres long pedestrian trail that lasts 4 hours. It passes by several important historical places, as well as natural heritage areas.

Rota da Boa Viagem

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Estrada Florestal
3080, Buarcos

Figueira da Foz

A pedestrian trail that is approximately 12 km long and lasts between 3 and 4 hours. It is possibl to visit the Mamoa of Saint Amaro, as well as the chapel and the dolmen.

Passeio pela Praia do Vale do Emide

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Avenida Infante Dom Pedro
3080, Buarcos

Figueira da Foz

Pleasant walk for the ride along the sea.

Ciclovia da Figueira da Foz

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Avenida Saraiva de Carvalho
3080, Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

On the beach one may swim or ride a bicycle.