Viseu, Dão and Lafões


With a landscape dominated by the mountainous grandeur of the mountains, the Region of Viseu Dão Lafões is the destination of choice for those looking to combine outdoor fun with a sense of total well-being.
Let yourself be carried away by green hills and valleys to discover secret streams and get to know the rural charm of the villages that punctuate the landscape.
 
 
 
The Lusitano Heart
A city of undeniable importance to the history of Portugal, Viseu is closely linked to the most celebrated head of the Lusitanians, Viriato. Although it is not known his place of birth for sure, it is known that it was somewhere in this region that this warrior was born and fought. In his honor, the Cava de Viriato erects a statue over an ancient fortress.

This is how the lively city of Viseu welcomes you to a unique historical and cultural heritage. Come and see the region that inspired Viriato to defend the Lusitania of the Romans and let yourself be enchanted by its rustic charm.
 
 
These days, Viseu continues to inspire the country's creative minds. 
 
 
Where Nature Takes Care of You
Venture along the trails in the mountains of Serra do Caramulo, enjoy the therapeutic properties of the waters in the region's hot baths, or perfect your technique at montebelo golf course. There is no destination that will help the indiscriminate beauty of the mountain with the feeling of well-being like the region of Viseu, Dão and Lafões.
 
In the warmer months, dive into the refreshing waters of the rivers that pass through here. The region's many river beaches are perfect for a day in the tranquility of nature. Mangualde Artificial Beach promises fun for the whole family with water sports. If you are in the city, The Aquilino Ribeiro Park is the perfect refuge from the heat with its inviting green shadows and a cultural agenda always filled.
 
 
Carnival Traditions
In the village of Cabanas de Viriato, at the time of Carnival, there is a centuries-old tradition, which makes this region one of the biggest tourist attractions.
 
 
Where The Story Begins
The history of this region is simply inseparable from the history of Portugal. It was here that some of the most important figures of our historical and cultural past were born and lived.
To start discovering the Viseu, Dão and Lafões region is to go through a script of experiences, full of customs and experiences and also begin its history.



 
Source: Tourism Center

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Aguiar da Beira

Aguiar da Beira

The municipality of Aguiar da Beira is part of the Guarda district (of which it belongs 70 km), belonging to the District of Trancoso, the Diocese of Viseu, the Intermunicipal Community of V...
Carregal do Sal

Carregal do Sal

Carregal do Sal is a municipality with 116.89 km2 of area and about 9,038 inhabitants. Part of the District of Viseu, in the former province of Beira Alta, this municipality is located in a ...
Castro Daire

Castro Daire

The municipality of Castro Daire, part of the district of Viseu, covers an area of 379.04 km2. Its 22 parishes have about 13,736 inhabitants (according to the censuses conducted in 2021). ...
Mangualde

Mangualde

Mangualde, seat of a municipality with 12 parishes, distributed over a territory of 219.3 km2, has a population of about 18,303 inhabitants (2021), located in the district of Viseu. ...
Nelas

Nelas

The Municipality of Nelas belongs to the District of Viseu, borders the municipality of Mangualde to the source and with the municipality of Carregal do Sal to the west. It is located on the...
Oliveira de Frades

Oliveira de Frades

The municipality of Oliveira de Frades is located, together with the municipalities of Vouzela and S. Pedro do Sul, in the sub-region of Lafões, "in the heart of Beira Alta", according to Am...
Penalva do Castelo

Penalva do Castelo

According to the results of the Population Census 2021, 7,333 people reside in the municipality. Penalva do Castelo is the seat of a municipality with an area of 134.34 km2, subdivided into...
Tondela

Tondela

Tondela is a town in the Portuguese district of Viseu, located in the province of Beira Alta, with about 25,910 inhabitants (2021 census). It is the fourth largest city in the district, afte...
Santa Comba Dão

Santa Comba Dão

With an area of 114 km², Santa Comba Dão has 10,641 inhabitants, according to the 2021 census. It has one of the highest rates of population density of the Dão Region – Lafões, distributed ...
São Pedro do Sul

São Pedro do Sul

The municipality of São Pedro do Sul, is located in the District of Viseu, former province of Beira Alta. With an area of 348.68 km2, this municipality, with about 15,137 inhabitants, is sub...
Sátão

Sátão

The municipality of Sátão, with an area of 200 Km2 integrates nine parishes: Avelal, Ferreira de Aves, Mioma, Rio de Moinhos, S. Miguel de Vila Boa, Sátão, Silvã de Cima, Union of the parish...
Viseu

Viseu

Viseu has been repeatedly recognized in recent years as "the best city to live in", with the best quality of life satisfaction index in the country. It is also one of the largest portuguese ...
Vila Nova de Paiva

Vila Nova de Paiva

Central to the serrana region of Alto Paiva – the 'demo lands' of Aquilino Ribeiro, Vila Nova de Paiva are located between the municipalities of Moimenta da Beira, Viseu, Sátão, Castro Daire...
Vouzela

Vouzela

Vouzela is a municipality that is distinguished by its heritage, especially rich in natural, gastronomic and historical values. It is also a territory that is distinguished by people who hav...
Viseu, Dão and Lafões
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