Figueira da Foz, by rice paddies & saline pans, half day from Coimbra

This half day tour from Coimbra combines coastal scenery history and local flavors. After pickup you will travel to Figueira da Foz a popular seaside destination known for its wide beaches. The visit begins at Claridade Beach where you can enjoy a relaxing walk along the white sand and take photos of the Atlantic coastline. The tour then continues to the nearby salt flats where you will visit the Salt Museum Nucleus and learn about the traditional salt production process that has shaped the region for centuries.

Leaving the coast you will cross the fertile Baixo Mondego region famous for its extensive corn and rice fields. Along these scenic rural roads the tour reaches Montemor Castle set on a hill overlooking the plains. Here you will enjoy a short visit to this historic fortress whose walls witnessed important battles between Muslim and Christian forces. Before returning to Coimbra you will taste the famous Pastel de Tentugal a traditional convent sweet and one of the culinary wonders of Portugal completing the experience with an authentic local flavor.