Leiria

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Leiria's castle is one of the biggest local tourist attractions. A towering monument that was rebuild by D. Afonso Henriques' order and is, nowadays, the place where many tourists enjoy the views over the city. It was Afonso III that brought the Cortes together in Leiria and commanded the plantation of Mata Nacional de Leiria (Leiria National Forest), which D. Dinis later developed and territorially organized. The secular pine forest has some inviting cycling paths. However, the footpaths are also very used in order to discover this natural heritage. Leiria is located in Beira Litoral and Lis is its most important river. The local cuisine features the morcela de arroz (black pudding rice) as one of the most typical dishes. As for the regional sweets, the Brisas do Lis (typical sweets made with eggs and almonds) and the lampreia de ovos (eel-shaped egg sweets) make the peoples' mouths water. The Feira Anual de Leiria, every year in may, brings great animation and thousands of curious visitors to the city. Pedrogão beach is the largest one in this region, having a long and pleasant sand extension. If you wish to make more tours in nature, then you should also visit Lagoa da Ervideira (lagoon) and Mata Municipal de Marrazes (natural forest). There are many classified monuments that are part of the local heritage, like the Igreja da Misericórdia, the Santuário de Nossa Senhora da Encarnação, the Cathedral and the convent of Santo Agostinho. Even in this area it is possible to make use of the Termas de Monte Real (thermal baths and spa), very known for their rich medicinal waters. The Museu da Imagem em Movimento (Museum of the Image in Movement) and the Museu da Fábrica de Cimentos Maceira-Lis (Maceira-Lis Cement Factory Museum) are also open to visits. The latter shows the factory and the history of Portugal's industry. Nearby you can see the first factory's steam locomotive and windmill.

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Castelo de Leiria

Leiria

Most of the remains of the castle go back to the reconstruction made by the King João I. On top of the mound is the superb donjorl.

Sé de Leiria

Leiria

This construction began in the XVI century, and finished only in the XVII century. The baroque style front was rebuilt after the 1755 earthquake. Inside is worthy of notice the golden wood carving in the main-altar, with notable elegance and sobriety.

Parque Municipal de Leiria

Leiria

It includes the Leiria tennis club, the basketball and handball fields, a playground and small lakes. The Municipal Park has a restaurant and a cafe, as well as tables and benches for those who enjoy picnics.

Casa da Nora

Leiria

At the gates of Leiria, in the locality of cuts, we find the Casa da Nora. The modernity of the space not neglected its rurality and the result of this combination, along with the calm of the river Liz, are ...

Museu Escolar de Marrazes

Leiria

O Museu Escolar (The School Museum) had its origin in a pedagogical project elaborated by the teachers of the school 1st C.E.B. of Leiria, in the academic year 1992/93, with the title "The school through the ages". Currently owns, in ...

Casa da Câmara de Monte Real

Leiria

Simple building with a rustic character, the former headquarters of the extinct Monte Real municipality. It has a rectangular plant and a foursided roof.

Convento da Portela

Leiria

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Visita guiada pelo Castelo de Leiria

Leiria

When you enter in Leiria you can’t avoid noticing the castle that, from the top, seems to welcome those coming into the city. Conquered to the Moors in 1135, by D. Afonso Henriques, the castle passed, for many years, from ...

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Pena

Leiria

The Nossa Senhora da Penha Church is on the right side of the Terreiro de Alcáçova. Rebuilt in reign of king João I, the chapel and the portal present a gothic style and the arch that connects the choir and ...

Capela de São Pedro

Leiria

It is the only vestige of the Romanic architecture in Leiria. It was profoundly remodelled in the XVII and XVIII centuries; it was profaned in the XIX century and used as a barn and theatre until 1880. It was rebuilt ...

Igreja e Convento de São Francisco

Leiria

Built in the XIV century, the church was dedicated only in 1562. The changes it suffered through times are visible at the Renaissance and baroque details in the lateral chapels. It was to be demolished in the XX century but ...

Praça Rodrigues Lobo

Leiria

This is the heart of the city, filled with beautiful buildings, stores and several esplanades placed under the cinquentist arcades. Here you can sometimes find street animation and open air activities.

Passeio do Rio Lis

Leiria

The Lis River embraces the city that expands up to the hillock where you’ll find the splendorous Leiria Castle, at 113m of altitude. The shore of the river is a resting and walking place seeked on sunny days. Starting from ...

Torre de Menagem de Leiria

Leiria

The Torre de Menagem (donjon) was built by D. Dinis order in 1324. The tower and the enclosed space were used as royal prison from the XIV to the XVIII century. The inside, completely remodelled with a modern iron and ...

Miradouro da Rua Ernesto Korrodi

Leiria

A place with views of the "Lis town".

Convento de Santo Agostinho e antigo Seminário

Leiria

Monument whose construction was ordered by the bishop D. Gaspar do Casal in 1557, 12 years after Leiria became a city. During the early XX century, the Convent and the Santo Agostinho church were used as a military lodging. The ...

São Luís Hotel

Leiria

Situated in the heart of the city of Leiria and beside the river Liz, the Hotel Saint Louis enjoys a privileged tourist location. In an environment of exquisite elegance, this hotel has 54 recently refurbished rooms, a lounge with TV ...

Museu do Casal de Monte Redondo

Leiria

Museum where you will get to know the history of this land.

Eurosol Leiria & Eurosol Jardim

Leiria

Set of two hotels belonging to the same group, who share the infrastructure. In total, with 135 rooms, including seven suites, all well equipped and comfortable. The panoramic restaurant on the 8th floor, the healthclub and 14 meeting rooms for ...

Torre Sineira do Largo Doutor Manuel de Arriaga

Leiria

Tower next to the see of Leiria, and 18th-century square plan with two bells on each side. The Bell Tower of Largo Dr. Manuel de Arriaga is of Baroque style and rises through the houses of the historical center.

Palace Hotel Monte Real

Leiria

The turquoise and white are the dominant colors in the decoration of the rooms of this four-star unit, which invites you to dream and to rest. The rooms, as well decorated, are quite spacious. From the balconies you can enjoy ...

Jardim Luís de Camões

Leiria

The largest green space in town. There is a terrace and a restaurant. Nearby, one may walk along the Lis river's banks, connected by pedestrian bridges. If the weather's fine, one may have a picnic as there are several tables.

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