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, where you'll head to Praia da Claridade, a popular local beach.

Stroll along its sandy shores for photo opportunities before visiting the area's famous salt flats. At the Figueira da Foz Salt Museum, you'll learn about the significance of salt and the production process.

Continuing through the expansive corn and rice plantations of Baixo Mondego, you'll arrive at the Castle of Montemor-o-Velho, where you'll have a 30-minute stop. This Medieval fortress, constructed between the 10th and 15th centuries, served as a residence for Portugal's royal family and is strategically positioned on a hilltop. Explore the fortified walls and the legends that surround the castle.

Your tour concludes with a taste of a traditional Portuguese pastry, the Pastel de Tentúgal, made of filo pastry, cinnamon, eggs, and sugar.

After a day filled with beautiful beaches and historical insights, you'll return to the meeting point in Coimbra.