Holiday homes in Beiras
Beiras is a beautiful region right in the centre of
Portugal and is actually made up of three parts: Beira Alta (the highlands), Beira Litoral (the coast) and Beira Baixa (the lowlands). Beira Alta where you’ll find the unspoilt nature of the Serra da Estrala, great for
long hikes amongst the rocks and the sheep. Beira Litoral is the area that surrounds the beautiful university city of Coimbra, where you’ll find a rich array of art,
culture and history. Beira Baixa is the most rugged and least touristy part of the region. In other words, a holiday home in Beiras gives you everything you need for a varied holiday in Portugal. As Micazu believes in direct contact, you‘ll always book directly with the owner, who will be able to tell you all you need to know about the local attractions.
Active and varied
Beiras is popular with both nature and culture lovers. On the one hand, you’ll be able to admire the cultural treasures of ancient Portugal, such as the extravagant Palace Hotel in Buçaro. Another highlight is Conímbriga, the largest Roman archaeology site in Portugal. On the other hand, there’s the rugged landscape of the Serra da Estrala, the country’s largest mountain range. These ‘mountains of the stars’ aren’t just popular with walkers; they’re also a
splendid backdrop for cycling and mountain biking.
Sun, sea and sand are never far away in Beiras. From beautiful little towns like
Viseu,
Casfreires and
Oliveira do Hospital, you can enjoy an active and varied holiday in the sun to the full.
Discover Portugal’s hidden treasures. Browse our range of private holiday homes in Beiras now.
Fun facts about Beiras
- Beira is also the name of a city in the African country of Mozambique, a former Portuguese colony.
- Local specialties include roast suckling pig, eel ragout and rice with seafood.
- In de Serra da Estrala, you’ll find the highest city in Portugal, Guarda.
- The village of Monsato was once awarded the honorary title ‘the most Portuguese village in Portugal’.
- Tip for a day trip: the cave paintings of Côa, which are between ten and thirty thousand years old.
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