Coimbra to Porto

Stage 3 of 5

127.3km

8 days

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may

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A hilly walk will see move from inland Portugal out to the Atlantic coastline and city of Porto.

Overall

Distance:

16.1 min | 25.5km average | 34.2 max

Ascent:

238.8 min |361.3m average | 564.6 max

Cardio:

2   3.2   4

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Starting in Coimbra and continuing all the way up to Porto, this third section of the Camino Portugues stretches between inland Portugal and the Atlantic coast. Here, the Camino brings us through history still alive today with cities such as Coimbra, the former capital city, and Porto, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Between these urban areas, vineyards, river valleys, and gently undulating woodlands are also part of the landscape. With walks of a reasonable length, this holiday is accessible to anybody with a regular level of fitness.

Coimbra University

Coimbra University

Coimbra University is one of the oldest universities in Europe. Established in 1290, today it is not only an operating university but also a World Heritage Site. The university sits on the site where the first Kings of Portugal once lived when the city was the capital of Portugal from 1145 to 1255. Be sure to visit the library and chapel of the university. The students add a lively atmosphere to the city and are easily spotted in their long dark robes that are said to have inspired JK Rowling for the cloaks worn in Harry Potter!

Albergaria-a-Velha

Albergaria-a-Velha

Although this town may look like many other typical northern Portuguese towns, it was in fact established with the sole purpose of providing hospitality to pilgrims. In the 12th Century it was by the royal command of Queen D. Teresa, Afonso Henriques’ mother, that the first hostel for pilgrims was founded and around this the town emerged. Pilgrims passing through the town is a major part of the town’s identity and one the current inhabitants are happy to continue.

Mosterio S. Salvador de Grijó

The original monastery was founded in 992 by two members of the clergy but it was then moved to its current location in 1122 and consecrated in 1235. The monastery went into decline and it was not until the 1500s that the monks returned to a ruin. They rebuilt the monastery but it took more than 60 years to fully complete the work. In 1770, the monastery was dissolved and the property became a part of the Convent of Mafra.

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COIMBRA

PORTO

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Itinerary

Day

1

km

COIMBRA

Coimbra has always played an important role in the history of Portugal and relics of the ancient times can still be seen in this lively city today. Indeed, being the former capital, Coimbra is not only home to a 13th Century university, but its cathedral is one of the best preserved gothic buildings in Portugal. As a university city, Coimbra has everything to entertain visitors, and it is also a great place to taste local wines produced in the area!

Day

2

23 km

COIMBRA MEALHADA

Today is mainly a flat walk alternating between urban areas and river valleys. The only difficulty might be the gentle climb when leaving Coimbra and the Rio Mondego valley, up to Cioga do Monte. On this stage, the Camino mostly follows an ancient Roman road (even though very little of the original remains). We end the day in Mealhada, a famous wine-growing area.

Day

3

25.1 km

MEALHADA AGUEDA

Leaving Mealhada, we continue to walk through pleasant vineyards with no particular difficulty, with most of the day spent on asphalt. On the way, the route runs through Avelas de Caminho, a city historically linked to the Camino. We finally reach Agueda, a town built on the banks of the Certima River.

Day

4

16.1 km

AGUEDA ALBERGARIA A VELHA

This short stage presents no difficulty, the high point of the day being our final destination in Albergaria A Velha. Part of the day runs through peaceful pine and eucalyptus woods, a leg of the Camino that follows the original Via Romana XVI, with a beautiful stone bridge crossing over the Rio Marnel.

Day

5

29 km

ALBERGARIA A VELHA SAO JOAO DE MADEIRA

We start this day walking along a lovely forest road and then the area becomes more urbanised as the Camino progresses further towards the North of the Beira coast and Porto. We also cross the charming town of Oliveira de Azemeis with its pretty historical centre and Matriz de Sao Miguel Church. The terrain also becomes more undulating and there is a bit of up and down across small hills, the highest point of the day culminating at 220 metres atop Sao Joao da Madeira.

Day

7

34.2 km

SAO JOAO DE MADEIRA PORTO

Leaving Sao Joao da Madeira, we pass through Arrifana and its blue church. Soon we find ourselves walking on the well-preserved original cobbled Roman road. We then continue downhill towards the 13th Century monastery, Mosteiro de Grijo. Heading towards Porto, feel the fresh breeze of the Atlantic coast as we get closer to the famous Port wine capital city. We approach Vila Nova de Gaia, the city facing Porto, on the other side of Rio Duero before finally entering Porto via the majestic Puente D. Luiz I.

Day

8

km

PORTO

After breakfast, we bid you farewell. There is so much to see and do in Porto, where do you even begin? From marvelling at wondrous bridges that span the Douro river and the city’s notable monuments, to exploring the port cellars and many cafes that line the riverbanks, Porto is a World Heritage City for a good reason. While here, you can also do a number of exciting day trips to the surrounding regions in the north of Portugal.

How to Get There

Getting to Coimbra, Portugal

You can fly either to Porto or Lisbon, as several different airlines fly to both airports, directly from the UK, Ireland, and main cities in Europe.

Fly into Porto

Ryanair flies direct to Porto from several cities in the UK and Dublin. Several other airlines fly to Porto Airport. From Porto Airport to Porto city centre, take either the Linea Violete Metro line or an urban bus. From here, several bus companies run to Coimbra. There are also many train departures from Porto Sao Bento Train Station to Coimbra all day long.

    Fly into Lisbon

    Virtually every airline flies to Lisbon, from locations all over Europe. From Lisbon Airport, bus to Lisbon Bus Station (Sete Rios). Then, several bus companies run to Coimbra, with many departures a day.

      Getting home from Porto, Portugal

      Fly from Porto

      From Porto city centre, there are several public transport options, including buses and shuttle buses that run to Porto Airport. You can also take the Linea Violet Metro line to the airport.

        Fly from Lisbon

        To get from Porto to Lisbon Airport, you can take a bus from Porto Bus Station. This will take around 3 hours and 30 minutes, and there are departure options all day. There are also regular trains from Porto to Lisbon, all day long. This too will take around 3 hours and 30 minutes. You can also arrange a private transfer with us.

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