It is difficult to find a region of central Portugal with a historical, religious, cultural and natural heritage as rich as the one we find in the Region of Leiria. Discover between the mountains and the sea, the Atlantic Road bike path, beaches, caves, castles and a magnificent Monastery, world heritage site. One thing is certain: here, there is plenty for everyone to explore and delight!
A Region to Discover
Get to know a region where you will find a lot of exploring and discovering.
In Leiria, find accounts between the past and the modern. Visit its oldest churches as you enjoy the urban art installations that spread creativity throughout the city.
From the past to modernity, from heritage to culture and commerce, the Leiria Region will be amazed by its diverse offer, which also offers contrasts between urban bustle and the reuse of nature. Alone, with friends or family, do not stay at home and discover a Center of Portugal full of adventure, fun and tranquility. Conceive and let yourself be enchanted by the municipalities of Alvaiázere, Ansião, Batalha, Castanheira de Pera, Figueiró dos Vinhos, Leiria, Marinha Grande, Pedrógão Grande, Pombal and Porto de Mós.
To the Rhythm of Nature
And from the historic cities or glassmakers, we move on to the hiking trails of the Serras de Aire and Candeeiros that challenge to discover unique places, landscapes and animals. Together with the Pinhal de Leiria, the Mata do Urso and the Serra de Sicó, are just some of the areas of the region that offer a set of walking routes that guide its visitors and inhabitants to meet the local natural and cultural heritage.
Explore the Caves of Moeda, Santo António, Alvados and Mira de Aire, mandatory stops on your way through the region.
A Moment For Yourself
In the warmer months, go sunbathing - sun or water - on the region's ocean or river beaches .
Indulge in the Centre of Portugal
In addition to the richness of the natural, cultural and religious heritage of this region, you will also find in the region a unique gastronomy. Indulge in the rice morcela, the glassware soup, the seafood rice, the cuttlefish feijoada, the roasted or stewed kid, the corrego stew, the friginada, the piglet of Boa Vista, the serranas migas and the chícharos, among many other typical dishes, regional products and sweets that you will find in each of the municipalities.
Source:Centro Tourism