Car Hire Figueira Da Foz - Mini guide to Figueira Da Foz

Figueira Da Foz

The pretty seaside resort town of Figueira Da Foz sits at the mouth of the Mondego River, set against the backdrop of the Serra da Boa Viagem mountains. Renowned for its beaches, casinos, and over 1,000 years of history, this coastal village is one of Portugal's premier tourist destinations.

Labeled ‘Queen of the Beaches’ by the jet-set crowd of the 1920s, Figueira Da Foz is home to the country's largest beach, stretching over two miles in length and several hundred feet in width. Not only a hotspot for surfers and swimmers, the town's legal gambling attracts thousands of visitors each year who come to try their luck at the famous 19th century Casino Peninsular.

The town's other attractions include the elegant 19th century French-style manor house, Sotto Mayor Palace, and the 18th century Palace House, which contains over 7,000 Dutch Delft tiles salvaged from a shipwreck in the 17th century. The uniquely triangular 16th century Santa Catarina Fortress was once used by the Duke of Wellington while on his way to the African coast.

A lively beach resort, Figueira Da Foz offers a palate of coloured cafés, candy-striped beach huts, and fun fairs along the promenade. With excellent shopping and dining, and a sophisticated nightlife, the town can be enjoyed as either a romantic excursion or as a family fun break.

Daytrips by hire car to some of the region's historical villages are highly recommended. Towns like Montemor-o-Velho, with its ancient castle and Roman stonework, are within easy reach. With miles of sculpted coastline and pristine beaches all just a short drive away, it makes sense to book a hire car online in advance.

Figueira Da Foz has a central train station with easy connections to Lisbon and Lisbon Portela Airport is just 125 miles away.

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