Swim:

Explore the many river beaches in the area. Closest by is the river beach in Avô chosen as the : River beach of the Year 2024.

Other beautiful swimming spots include; Praia fluvial de Loriga, Praia fluvial Alvoco das varzeas & Poço da Broca da Barriosa.  And this is just a short selection of the many swim spots in the area.

 

Eat:

Enjoy a coffee in the cosy village square of Coja,

have lunch in the beautiful garden of the trout retaurant or experience a traditional Portuguese meal in one of the  many of the restaurant villages.

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Walking & Cycling

With the Serra da Estrella right on our doorstep there are many signposted walks to explore. Explore one of the many walks around Loriga, exploring  waterfalls, where one has been pictured in the National Geographic magazine! Or choose a walk in closer by starting in Avô or explore traditional schist villages with one of the stunning walks starting in Lousa or Aigra Nova.

Rent a bike at the bike shop in Coja: Need more info

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Visit

Explore stunning views and a coffee at the tor of the Serra da Estrala Mountains, visit the Fraga da Pena waterfall, a traditional schist village and enjoy a lunch or a homemade liquor in Talesnal or explore the old university town of Coimbra.

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Shop 

In one of the weekly markets or visit one of the eclectic artisan markets a great place for food and souvenirs.