Centro region, Administrative region in central Portugal
The Centro region extends over 28,462 square kilometers between Lisbon and Porto, containing mountains, coastal areas, and numerous historical settlements.
The region includes ancient Roman settlements such as Conimbriga, which displays extensive ruins and detailed floor mosaics from the Roman period.
The University of Coimbra, established in 1290, maintains its position as a principal educational institution, housing the ornate Joanine Library.
The Serra da Estrela mountain range provides winter sports facilities and hiking trails, while coastal towns offer extensive beach activities.
The Schist Villages network comprises 27 mountain communities built from local stone, connected by walking paths through the regional landscape.
Location: Continental Portugal
Shares border with: Lisbon Region, Norte Region, Alentejo region
GPS coordinates: 40.20778,-8.42611
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:45
Sanctuary of Fátima
67.4 km
Palace of Mafra
161.2 km
Batalha Monastery
70 km
Alcobaça Monastery
87.3 km
Alcántara Bridge
141.6 km
Lines of Torres Vedras
142.7 km
Convent of Christ
67.3 km
Passadiços do Paiva
85.1 km
Castle of Almourol
83.1 km
Bacalhôa Buddha Eden
120.4 km
Praia do Norte
87.6 km
Conímbriga
13.4 km
Estádio Municipal de Aveiro
51 km
Tomb of Inês de Castro
87.3 km
Old Cathedral of Coimbra
111 m
Monastery of Santa Cruz
418 m
Castle of Óbidos
112.8 km
Estádio Cidade de Coimbra
1.6 km
516 Arouca
86.5 km
Leiria Castle
60.8 km
Castle of Santa Maria da Feira
80 km
Serras de Aire e Candeeiros Nature Park
86.6 km
Site of Community Importance Ria de Aveiro
56.1 km
Alcántara dam
141.8 km
Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa
60.8 km
Bussaco Palace Hotel
19.4 km
Pedras Parideiras da Serra da Freita
72.5 km
Estrela
70.2 kmReviews
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