Historic Leiria Route

The circular route begins next to the Leiria Tourist Office and proceeds in the direction of the historical centre. After walking several metres alongside the Luís de Camões Garden and over the crossing in front of the Bank of Portugal, you enter the pedestrianised area of the historical quarter where the medieval centre of the town becomes apparent. Traces of the Jewish quarter, as well as examples of the creative capacity of the architect Ernesto Korrodi, among others, are just some reasons for a visit you won't want to miss. As you climb the streets, you Will pass a viewpoint, where you Will have the opportunity to enjoy a panoramic view of the city. The ascent continues to the Church of São Pedro and the Image in Motion Museum (mlilmo). Before starting your descent, Stop and visit the Leiria Castle- You descend by the north side Of the Castle, passing Che castle walls, then through an area of vegetation that surrounds the north and west sides of the Castle. Continuing downwards to the historical centre, you Will pass an area known as "Terreiro", where you Will find the Casa dos Athaydes. Here the route moves to the east and passes Santana Market, Espírito Santo Church and the Três Bicas fountain arnong other buildings of great interest that you can visit. Arriving at Caniços Park, the route follows the pedestrianised area along the Lis river, passing the Vala Real Garden. Next, cross the pedestrian footbridge over the Lis river, to the TouristOffice and you have arrived at the end of the route.

 

Maintenance Authority: Municipality of Leiria

Adherence to the Responsible Trails system sponsored by Municipality itself.