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Ilhavo Aveiro and Coimbra - On this private tour you will visit the Vista Alegre Ceramic Tile factory Museum. Then in nearby Aviero we will stop for a Panoramic view of the Costa Nova. In Coimbra we visit the University...more...

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Beiras Hotels by Location:
Almeida - Aveiro - Belmonte - Castelo Branco
Coimbra & Surrounds - Condeixa-a-Nova - Covilhã - Curia -
Figueira da Foz - Lousã  - Luso - Manteigas
Torreira/Murtosa - Vila Pouca da Beira
Beiras Villas, Cottages & Apartments:
Consolaçao - Atouguia da Baleia - Peniche - Lousã
Macinhata do Vouga - Pereiro de Baixo - Villa Search

Beiras Bed & Breakfasts
Avecaste - Pereiro de Baixo - Parada de Gonta

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Beiras - This region is made up of two contrasting areas. The extensive beaches and fishing villages lie along the coast, while in the interior the mountains dominate the landscape.  “Beiras” is the traditional name of a region running south of Douro river and north of Tagus river.

The region is one of deep contrasts: the Atlantic coastline, where a temperate climate, white sandy beaches and the Atlantic pine forests are typical, and the interior where more forbidding mountains and rocks set the tone.

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Reasons to Stay in Coimbra
Delighting the Visual Senses with Portuguese Arts

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ALMEIDA FEATURED HOTELS
Almeida is a town in Almeida Municipality, Portugal.  The council of Almeida presents some evidences of human presence since the Paleolithic, having detected cities of the Bronze and Iron Age, as well as evidence of Roman presence. But it was in the Medieval period that this territory suffered a great evolution, the consequence of its location near the border of the Portuguese territory and the creation of the councils guaranteeing the occupation of this region. For a long period of time, the Côa River defined the border between Portugal and the Kingdom of Leão. In 1297, with the Alcanices settlement, by the king D. Dinis, the east territories in Portugal were definitely integrated.  With this larger region, Almeida and Castelo Bom received greater strategic importance. 

Nowadays, the council of Almeida has three of the councils created in the Middle Ages. The village with the same name is located in the Mesas Upeland, 7km far from the border of Spain. The council presents a great historical fortune based in the existence of two medieval villages, Castelo de Mendo and Castelo Bom, and the historical village of Almeida.

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Hotel Parador de Almeida
Located in the centre region of Portugal, near the Vilar Formoso border and within the old walls of the village you will find the Hotel Parador de Almeida, former Pousada Nossa Senhora das Neves. It was built in 1985, in the place where the former prisons were located. This charming hotel reveals, in spite of its modern atmosphere and spacious rooms, the historical and cultural grandiosity of the village of Almeida, now a classified National Heritage. This Almeida hotel has a bar, TV room, and an excellent restaurant  which doubles as a venue for special celebrations or weddings for up to 150 people. Furthermore, guests can use the wireless Internet access available in public zones.
AVIERO FEATURED HOTELS
Aveiro is a city in Aveiro Municipality in Portugal, with a total area of 199.9 km², a total population of 73,559 inhabitants, and 59,860 electors (2006). It is the second most populous city in the Centro Region of Portugal, after Coimbra. However, the city of Aveiro together with neighbouring Ílhavo, make one conurbation which has a population of 113,908 inhabitants, making it one of the most important by population density in the Centro Region.  The municipality is composed of 14 parishes (freguesias, and is located in Aveiro District and the chief city of Baixo Vouga. The present Mayor is Élio Manuel Delgado da Maia, elected by a coalition between the Social Democratic Party and the Democratic Social Centre. The municipal holiday is 12 May.
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Melia Ria Hotel, Aveiro
The Meliá Ria Hotel is located in a superior quality residential development in the centre of Aveiro, with views of the lake formed by the River Ria de Aveiro. Located next to the Cultural and Congress Centre and the train station, just a short distance from the historical heart of the city, 7 km from the beaches, and 60 minutes from Porto airport, with easy access to the A1, IP5 and IC1 highways. The Meliá Ria hotel is situated on one of the channels of the Ría de Aveiro, near the characteristic building of the old Jerónimo Campos Ceramic Factory, giving its rooms a privileged view of the singular beauty of Aveiro.
Eurosol Estarreja Hotel & SPA, Estarreja,near Aveiro
The hotel Eurosol Estarreja Hotel & SPA has available 67 rooms, 12 suites included. Four of these 12 suites are exterior suites. The hotel is integrated in an exuberant centenary plant life area with a convenient exposure essential for an infrastructure of this kind. This hotel offers leisure infrastructures namely the restaurant “Real Cozinha Velha”, two bars “Paço Real” and “Caribe”, banquet room, meeting rooms, Wellness SPA, Fitness Club, sauna and Turkish bath, Jacuzzi, outdoor and indoor swimming pools, reading room, kids club, tennis court, mini golf and a garden decorated with centenary trees and walking paths, private parking and garage.
Pousada de Torreira / Murtosa - Ria de Aveiro
Located in the isthmus that connects Murtosa to the beaches of São Jacinto, the Pousada de Murtosa Torreira, Ria de Aveiro is set in a preserved area with a unique natural beauty. From the balconies of this nature hotel it is possible to overlook the Ria de Aveiro, and on peaceful evenings you can appreciate the fishermen at work on the traditional "Moliceiros" boats. Surrounded by water, this is the ideal spot for fishing, water sports or going to the beautiful beaches which are near the Costa Nova's typical colourful houses.
BELMONTE FEATURED HOTELS
Belmonte is a municipality in Portugal. It has a total area of 118.8 km² and a total population of 7,662 inhabitants. The municipality is composed of five parishes and is located in the district of Castelo Branco. The present mayor is Amândio Manuel Ferreira de Melo, elected by the Socialist Party. The municipal holiday is April 26.

Belmonte is also the birth place of Pedro Álvares Cabral, the navigator who discovered the land of Vera Cruz, now Brazil. Located in the Church of Santa Maria are the iconic image statue of Nossa Senhora da Esperança (Our Lady of Hope), which accompanied Cabral in his voyage. The image was, until 1834, in the Monastery of Nossa Senhora da Esperança, now transformed in a modern charm hotel.

Belmonte is home to the last remaining community of marranos (known as "Belmonte Jews") who officially returned to Judaism in the 1970s, and opened a synagogue in 1996. In 2003, the Belmonte Project was founded under the auspices of the American Sephardi Federation, in order to raise funds to acquire Judaic educational material and services for the community (which now numbers 160-180). A Jewish Museum of Belmonte (Museu Judaico de Belmonte) opened on 17 April 2005. In the summer of 2006, the American Sephardi Federation ceased to have the Belmonte Project under its auspices.
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Pousada de Belmonte - Convento do Belmonte, Belmonte
Set on the slopes of the Esperança Mountain, at just over 1 km from the town of Belmonte, the birthplace of Pedro Álvares Cabral, the Pousada Convento de Belmonte results from the renovation of the former Nossa Senhora da Esperança Convent. Inside, the chapel and sacristy have been converted into a lounge and bar a good example of the harmonious blend of historical architecture and modern construction and comfort. The Pousada hotel has preserved the Monastery’s heritage intact (the sight was classified as a building of public interest in 1986), included amphitheatre architecture layout in the pine woods on the slopes of Esperança´s Mountain, and stunning landscape with views over the Cova da Beira region and Estrela’s  Mountain. Guests can use this historic luxury hotel as a base for exploring the many historical monuments is the region.
CASTELO BRANCO FEATURED HOTELS
The city of Castelo Branco is made up of one parish with a population of 30,649. It is located in Castelo Branco Municipality in Castelo Branco District.

The city is home to Centauro a company which produces industrial coolers, refrigerators and freezers. The Portuguese subsidiary of Danone has a factory in Castelo Branco which produces Danone's dairy products for the entire Iberian Peninsula. The district of Castelo Branco is also famed for the Castelo Branco cheese.  Commercial centers in Castelo Branco (Alegro and Fórum).

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Best Western Hotel Rainha Dona Amélia Castelo Branco
The Best Western Hotel Rainha D. Amélia features all modern facilities and is soundproofed throughout. We are in a quiet location, near the historical center with a castle, museums and gardens, in the center of the city, just 500 meters from the commercial center. The hotel is ideally situated to visit Castelo Branco and its surroundings, where we can find the Cathedral, the Bishop’s Palace, castles, museums and gardens. Start your morning with our complimentary buffet breakfast. Evenings are a great time to enjoy the Dinastia Bar. Our in-house restaurant offers our guests the chance to enjoy a great diversity of both local and international dishes. We have meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 400 people. Free parking. 
Hotel Tryp Colina do Castelo Castelo Branco
The Tryp Colina do Castelo is located on the top of a hill with wonderful panoramic views over the city of Castelo Branco. Near the centre of the city, the hotel is the perfect base for discovering some of the most picturesque locations and cultural attractions in the region of Beira Baixa.  The hotel offers: Select buffet breakfast, Buffet-style Restaurant, A la carte Restaurant, Lobby bar, Health Club with indoor heated pool, sauna, steam baths, Whirlpool, massages on request (Swimming hats must be used at all times in the pool), 2 Squash courts and 3 Tennis courts.
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CONDEIXA-A-NOVA FEATURED HOTELS
Condeixa-a-Nova, also known as Condeixa, is a town and a municipality in the district of Coimbra, Portugal. It is located 15 km south of Coimbra, and in the Greater Metropolitan Area of Coimbra. The town is known for the ancient Roman settlement of Conímbriga which is located nearby, and includes a museum and the well-preserved ruins. The municipality of Condeixa-a-Nova is traditionally a center for agriculture. The municipality has also a number of industries ranging form ceramics to pharmaceuticals (Medinfar). The ancient Roman settlement of Conímbriga, is an important tourist attraction.
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Pousada de Condeixa-a-Nova - Santa Cristina, Condeixa
Santa Cristina Pousada Condeixa is located close to the Lisbon-Oporto motorway, near the historical university city of Coimbra and only 2 kilometres from Conimbriga, one of the best-preserved Roman ruins in Europe. The interior design, the peacefulness of the surrounding green areas and the nearby palace park, are all excellent reasons to visit this Pousada again and again.  The hotel has 45 guestrooms that are well equipped with modern amenities.  Guests can enjoy delicious gastronomy at the onsite restaurant.  The restaurant offers conditions for big weddings, in interior and external spaces that present the maximum capacity of 150 people.
COVILHÃ FEATURED HOTELS
Covilhã is a city in Covilha Municipality in Centro region, Portugal. It is located in the Cova da Beira subregion, in the district of Castelo Branco. The municipal holiday is October 20. Sometimes referred to as town of wool and snow, Covilhã is one of the main urban centres of the historical Beira Interior region. The proximity of the mountains offers exquisite scenery and a great environment for those fond of hiking, camping, mountain climbing and skiing.

There are seven cinemas and one theatre in the city. The Town Hall of Covilhã is responsible for the cultural programming of one of the movie theatres of the town which has a wide variety of activities throughout the year. There are also various theatre companies: Teatrubi, ASTA, Teatro das Beiras and Quarta Parede that stage theatre and multimedia productions throughout the year. A theatre festival is organised by a local theatre company, Teatro das Beiras, in November.

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Hotel Tryp Dona María Covilhã
On the outskirts of the city of Covilha, the privileged housing and business area with incomparable views over the valley and the mountains. Only 1 km from the city center. Close to 'La Guarda' and the 'Sierra de Estrella' mountains, 45 km from 'Castello Branco', 200 km for the airport of Oporto, and 270 km from the city of Lisboa. The hotel offers: Restaurant, Bar Dinastía, Garage for up to 50 cars, Pool (covered in wintertime), Health & Beauty Center with gym, hydromassage, sauna, steam bath, welcome drink available at reception 24 hours a day, free financial and sports newspapers and breakfast included in the price of the stay.
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Beiras Hotels by Location:
Almeida - Aveiro - Belmonte - Castelo Branco
Coimbra & Surrounds - Condeixa-a-Nova - Covilhã - Curia -
Figueira da Foz - Lousã  - Luso - Manteigas
Torreira/Murtosa - Vila Pouca da Beira
Beiras Villas, Cottages & Apartments:
Consolaçao - Atouguia da Baleia - Peniche - Lousã
Macinhata do Vouga - Pereiro de Baixo - Villa Search

Beiras Bed & Breakfasts
Avecaste - Pereiro de Baixo - Parada de Gonta


Beiras Travel Reading:
Central Portugal's Nightlife and Culture: Reasons to Stay in Coimbra
Delighting the Visual Senses with Portuguese Arts

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