Figueira da Foz

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Figueira da Foz, located on the Atlantic coast, along the mouth of the Mondego river, is known as the "Queen of Costa da Prata", thanks to its beautiful and extensive beaches. This is one of the main seaside resorts of the central region, with a big Casino, good hotel and restaurant equipment, a bullring and conditions for the practice of several sports. The intense nightlife, especially in the summer months, makes it into a very attractive town for tourists. The salt pans of Figueira da Foz, located on the estuary of the Mondego, river are worthy of a visit. They were for many years the main economic activity of the municipality and represent nowadays an important cultural landmark. You can visit the museum and take a boat ride, which will allow you to get to know this ancient practice a little better. This area is very rich in terms of natural heritage, with special emphasis to the Lagoas de Quiaios and Lagoa da Vela (lagoons), the Mata Nacional da Foja (natural forest) and the Montes de Santa Olaia e Ferrestêlo (hills). In terms of architectural heritage, pay a visit to the fortress of Buarcos, the Paço de Maiorca, the monastery of Santa Maria da Seiça and the chapel of Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Buarcos. The culinary delights for you to taste are essentially based on fish and seafood: arroz de sardinhas (sardines rice), feijoada de búzios (bean stew with whelk), espetadas de mexilhão (mussel kebabs), caldeirada à pescador (fish stew made also with seafood and potatoes) and raia de pitau (skate stew). Enjoy getting to know the "marginal" (panoramic street) restaurants with terraces offering beautiful panoramic views over the ocean.

Where to eat in Figueira da Foz

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What to do in Figueira da Foz

Praia da Figueira da Foz - Relógio

Figueira da Foz

A quite attended beach, mostly by youngsters and tourists. In the vicinity, there is the fortress of Saint Catarina, started in the 16th century and finished in the 17th century. Its lighthouse still functions. Inside, there is a small chapel devoted to Saint Catarina. It welcomes sports events, namely beach soccer tournaments. Daytime and nightime animation, gymnastics, tennis and radical …

Forte de Santa Catarina

Figueira da Foz

Referência histórica e elemento emblemático da cidade, foi constrúído em finais do século XVI como parte do sistema de defesa da foz do Mondego. Apresenta uma estrutura triangular, um meio baluarte e dois baluartes irregulares. No interior existe uma pequena capela dedicada a Santa Catarina de Ribamar, e um farol. Atualmente, no interior das suas muralhas funciona também um restaurante …

Casino da Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

A tourism construction built in 1898. The casino is composed of the main hall (Salon Cafée), a restaurant in the basement, bars and other rooms, where many people come to have fun or search for good luck.

Foz do Rio Mondego

Figueira da Foz

The longest river that has it spring and its mouth in national territory (232 km) meets the sea in the town of Figueira da Foz, a fishing port and also a place with beaches, a casino and tourism. The final part of the Mondego river flows among rice fields before it finally encounters the Atlantic Ocean. On its right bank …

Salinas da Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

The Fugueira da Foz salines are located on the Mondego river's estuary. They are composed of small units with a wide number of compartments linked by a network of channels. The salt warehouses, wood constructions that may house between 150 and 200 tons of salt are typical of this area.

Praia de Quiaios

Figueira da Foz

A spectacular tourism centre located in an old fishing village. The beach welcomes tourists and is fit for several sports. Typical restaurants with delicious regional dishes.

Praia de Buarcos

Figueira da Foz

A rather lively touristy beach. Located to the north of Fugueira da Foz, with a wide sandy area and that kind of waves one calls "direitaças", much enjoyed by surfers and windsurfers. Many bars and beach restaurants.

Parque Florestal da Serra da Boa Viagem

Figueira da Foz

The Woods of the Boa Viagem Hill are the larges forest reservation by the town of Figueira da Foz. With an area of 400 hectares, it is a lovely natural and landscape example, with seeveral leisure areas for its visitors. …

Torre do Relógio da Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

Also known as clock tower of São Julião is situated on the seafront. Founded in 1950, was the first clock tower of contemporary country. Has about 15 feet tall.

Monumento Natural do Cabo Mondego

Figueira da Foz

Classified as a Natural Monument since October 2007, the Cabo Mondego enjoys great scientific value, pedagogical and didactic-beyond its geomorphological interest and landscape quality-in particular due to Jurassic outcrops and footprints of dinosaurs theropods Oxfordiana era. Is also part of …

Fortaleza de Buarcos

Figueira da Foz

Fortress bastions from the 17th century which had as its objective the protection of the village and the harbour. Integrated along with the Blockhouse of Haystacks and the Forte de Santa Catarina in Figueira da Foz, the defensive system of …

Palácio Sotto Mayor

Figueira da Foz

Palácio de luxo construído no início do século XIX, em estilo francês, com um grande e romântico jardim. Interiormente realçam-se as salas ricamente mobiladas e as pinturas de António Ramalho, bem como interpretações de telas clássicas das colecções do Museu …

Porto de Recreio da Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz

It has floating fingers and can welcome up to 200 boats from 6 to 15 metres, and a 120 m long dock, for service and recreational boats. It has a sailing school and small bars and restaurants.

Praia da Leirosa

Figueira da Foz

A beach located in a picturesque fishing town, quite attended by surfers. Typical restaurants with accessible prices.

Museu Municipal Santos Rocha

Figueira da Foz

Founded in 1894, this is an important space for contemporary art, namely painting and sculpture by Portuguese artists. It exhibits archaeology collections, religious sculpture, ceraics, furniture and African and Eastern ethnography.

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Where to sleep in Figueira da Foz

Universal Boutique Hotel
Universal Boutique Hotel

4 star

Foi o 17º hotel a ser registado em Portugal, corria o ano de 1904. Após uns anos de quase morte (o prédio esteve devoluto) foi impecavelmente reabilitado, para…

Eurostars Oasis Plaza
Eurostars Oasis Plaza

4 star

O Hotel Eurostars Oasis Plaza, na Figueira da Foz, é um edifício imponente, que se avista ao longe graças à sua fachada envidraçada e aos seus 15 pisos. Dispõe…

Quinta d'Anta - Hotel Rural
Quinta d'Anta - Hotel Rural

3 star

Entre os campos do Rio Mondego e a praia da Figueira da Foz, nasceu este hotel moderno que une conforto à tranquilidade do campo. Destaque para a piscina ext…

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