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Leisure in Portugal
Corredor Verde do Fervença / Parque Urbano do Fervença
- country
- leisure
Bairro dos Batoques
5300-091, Bragança
Large and very pleasant green space that was born around the Fervença river, occupying an extension that goes from the citadel to the urban expansion zone. It is an element of reference in the daily life of Bragança, guided by the presence of the river and the view over the Monte de São Bartolomeu. It is developed in two sections: the first between Ponte do Fervença and Rua dos Batoques and the second between the last weir of the first section, following the river to the vicinity of the Castle and Parque de Merendas. Along both banks, there is a …
Mata da Serreta
- country
- leisure
EN1-1A, 20
9700, Angra do Heroísmo
Forest with about fifteen hectares, located at 200 meters of, with exuberant vegetation and places that provide fabulous views, such as the Miradouro do Peneireiro. It is one of the six recreational Forest Reserves on the island, with leisure areas, pedestrian circuits, maintenance circuits and a Forestry Promotion Centre.
Jardim Duque da Terceira
- country
- leisure
Rua Direita, 130
9700-157, Angra do Heroísmo
Garden founded in 1882, right in the center of Angra do Heroísmo, offering a wide variety of botanical species, lakes and water courses. It is divided into two levels, connected by a slope with paths drawn in lava stone. On the upper level there is a staircase that leads to the Obelisk of Memory. Right at the top, there is a viewpoint that offers a beautiful view over the city.
Chaves - Termas & SPA
- beach
- leisure
Largo das Caldas
5400-534, Chaves
Thermal baths located along the right bank of the River Tâmega that would have been used by the Romans in their warlike incursions breaks. These waters of unique composition in the Iberian Peninsula (hyperthermal, bicarbonated, sodium and carbonated) are indicated for the cure of musculoskeletal, digestive and respiratory disorders. Take advantage of these medicinal properties to prevent contemporary ailments such as stress, tiredness and anxiety.
Jardim Público de Chaves
- country
- leisure
Avenida Dom João I
5400, Chaves
Large and pleasant garden, with lots of shade and several flowered areas, a small bandstand and a playground. It also offers a beautiful view over the River Tâmega and the Roman bridge.
Miradouro do Monte Brasil
- country
- leisure
Caminho Florestal Monte Brasil
9700, Angra do Heroísmo
Located in the famous Belvedere Monte Brazil, place of great historical importance, cultural and landscape. Offering beautiful panoramic views over the lush slopes of the region.
Jardim da Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Vila Nova de Gaia
- country
- leisure
Rua de Angola - Praceta Doutor José Sampaio
4430-014, Vila Nova de Gaia
Although it is close to the city centre, this garden offers some relaxing moments.
Jardim da Mealhada
- country
- leisure
Largo do Jardim
3050, Mealhada
Located right in the Centre of Mealhada, this pleasant garden is a good starting point to discover the city.
Miradouro do Castelo de São Jorge
- country
- leisure
Rua da Santa Cruz do Castelo
1100-129, Lisboa
A privileged place to view the city of Lisbon. The views are amazing from wherever one stands on the walls and one may even use the periscope, located in the Tower of Ulysses, so as to view things in more detail. It is open from 10 am to 4.30 pm.