Figueira da Foz Tour

Discover beautiful beaches, the fascinating Castle of Montemor-o-Velho and the immense rice and corn fields of Baixo Mondego on this tour of Figueira da Foz from Coimbra.

Figueira da Foz Tour

After meeting on Emídio Navarro Av. in Coimbra, you'll be taken to the coastal city of Figueira da Foz, starting at Praia da Claridade, a popular beach among locals.

You will have time to stroll along the sands and take photos, followed by a visit to the area's notable salt flats and the Figueira da Foz Salt Museum to learn about the significance of salt and its production process.

Traveling through the corn and rice plantations of Baixo Mondego, the tour will reach the Castle of Montemor-o-Velho for a 30-minute stop. This Medieval fortress, built between the 10th and 15th centuries, was a royal residence and stands strategically on a hilltop. Explore its history and the legends associated with it.

The tour concludes with a tasting of the traditional Portuguese pastry, Pastel de Tentúgal, a sweet treat made with filo pastry, cinnamon, eggs, and sugar.

Eventually, you will return to the meeting point in Coimbra after an engaging day of beaches and history.