Sports and leisure activities Portugal

This indoor climbing area opens its doors every day except Sunday, on the Campanha side, in a white hangar built next to other similar ones. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced climber, this is a good place to practice climbing walls of various inclinations and to challenge yourself. If you fall, don't worry, mats will break your fall. It is never very high. There is a refreshment area with tables on site, as a reward after the effort, or if you came as a curious spectator, before taking your turn next time...

Surf 4 You is a surf school which privileges the personalization of the sessions to the generality. The qualified coaches adapt to their students in order to help them progress. You can choose between private lessons or group lessons (maximum 4 people, ideal if you are with friends). Nazaré, known for its big waves, is not so hectic all year round. We take you to the best spots on the coast adapted to your level on the day of the lesson. Surf 4 You offers 5 lessons to learn to surf, 10 lessons to acquire the basic techniques.

This company offers kayak tours for one or two people on the Mira River. Several departures are possible, depending on your location and the distance you wish to travel:

Volta do Moino: 5 km (about 2h30), Cais da Casa Branca: 13 km (about 4h), Odemira: 31 km (about 7h). Transportation is of course included when necessary. Professional, welcoming and well explained team. For a pleasant sporting activity with family or friends. Reservations are required in order to prepare your coming.

The ecopista do Vouga de São Pedro do Sul was inaugurated in 2017. It allows you to walk from the old train station of São Pedro do Sul to its thermal baths over a distance of just over 3 kilometres. A large part of the route is recognizable by its burgundy track while parts consist of paths forbidden to motor vehicles. This eco-trail is popular with the locals who will see you running or cycling. Ideal for a safe walk, following the old railway line and crossing historic bridges.

Magnifico Douro offers two options for kayaking on the Douro, starting from the quay in Pinhão:

The rental of a kayak size XL for 2 people, 4h maximum. As much time to row freely. Very weak current. Departures between 10am and 6pm, every day from April to October

A trip in a rabelo, the traditional boat used to transport wine barrels to the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia to Tua, 12 kilometres away. From here, you are disembarked and returned to Pinhão. Departure every day from April to October, at 10.45am or 3pm

From a distance, it seems easy to stand or kneel on a board that floats on the water and move forward with the paddle. But it's not! The exercise requires agility, concentration and a sense of balance. Once you get past the necessary step of falling in the water, stand up paddling is a real pleasure. Coimbra Stand Up Paddle offers board rental or group descents of the Mondego de Penacova in Coimbra. Some will be able to try fitness paddle or yoga paddle. Attentive accompaniment

Bring out your artistic side in this cozy pottery workshop. Before you begin creating your own ceramic, you will be taught the history of tiles and their different styles. Then you'll be given suggestions and samples to get you started. With the guidance of the professionals, you will become the creative craftsman of your own work. Once your ceramics are finished, all that remains is to fire them. It will be shipped to your home. For budding ceramists, young and old.

This adventure park is located 5 km north of Nazaré, near the Praia da Falca with several options for dining. Here you will find two tree climbing courses with zip lines going up to 50 km/h. The beginners and the children will choose the course Level 1 while the more experienced and adventurous will go up to 30 m of height to be let down in tyrolienne with the course Level 2. Also of the rent of bicycles to the hour to visit Nazaré and of electric scooters. Reception at the top. Reservation required in low season.

Created by a group of friends a few years ago, this workshop was first located within Lx Factory, then moved to the Intendente side to take advantage of a beautiful space. They organize different workshops every month of varying length, and above all bring in artists and craftspeople to run them. You can try your hand at silk-screen printing, ceramics or painting on azulejos, with different techniques depending on who runs the workshop. They also sell kits, if you want to practice at home afterwards.

Here's a great surf school for all levels. Surrounded by experienced, attentive and pedagogical instructors, you'll surf the Algarve's most beautiful waves (while respecting your level, of course). Group lessons allow you to support each other and learn from each other's techniques. You can be collected from your hotel. If you have several days, it's best to take several lessons to see how you progress. In addition to surfing, you can try stand-up paddling or kayaking. Top team!

Portugal is synonymous with surfing, and the Algarve is no exception. This surf school can help you get started or perfect your surfing skills. Equipped with the best equipment and surrounded by passionate instructors, you'll surf the best spots around Lagos, depending on the day's weather conditions. Transfer from your accommodation is possible, as is staying in the beautiful villa available to students and just 15 minutes from Praia da Luz. Professionalism, fun and sport!

If you want to bring back a nice souvenir from Porto, you'll have to do a bit of work. Gazete Azulejos organizes painting workshops on azulejos, lasting one and a half hours. They take place in small groups and you follow the advice of passionate and professional artists. Each person will be able to paint two tiles, no need to be an artist, models to reproduce are exposed if that reassures you. Be careful though, the time for the tiles to dry is 24 hours. So plan this workshop at the beginning of your stay.

Here is a fun activity for the whole family or with friends. The Rail Bike invites you to cross the Serra de São Mamede Natural Park on a "bike" on rails, two people per vehicle. You can choose between 15 km or 32 km (round trip). You will cross a 30 m high bridge dating back to 1930.Panoramic view of the Marvão Castle and the beautiful village of Castelo de Vide along the way. Afterwards, the bar Cais Coberto invites you to recover your strength. Friendly welcome and warm atmosphere. For all sport levels. Spectacular and fun!