Welcome to Coimbra!
Coimbra, a historic city in central Portugal, is renowned for its deep academic traditions and cultural richness. As home to one of the oldest universities in Europe, the University of Coimbra, established in 1290, the city has been a center of knowledge and learning for centuries. Its UNESCO World Heritage-listed university complex, with its stunning library and ancient traditions, remains a focal point for scholars and visitors alike.
Beyond its academic prestige, Coimbra offers a charming blend of medieval architecture, narrow cobbled streets, and vibrant local life. From the beautiful riverside views along the Mondego River to the city’s rich cultural offerings, including the famous Fado de Coimbra, a unique form of traditional Portuguese music, the city is a place where history and modernity intertwine.
Coimbra’s welcoming atmosphere and excellent facilities make it the perfect location for a conference, providing participants with both a stimulating professional environment and a unique cultural experience.
Coimbra: the right place to visit!
How to get to Coimbra!
If you fly from an international airport, you will arrive at either Lisbon airport or Porto airport. Then the best option is take a train (Alfa Pendular) to Coimbra. We recommend flying into Lisbon, because the connection from the airport to the train is both quicker and simpler.
If you fly to Lisbon Airport, you can take a taxi or an Uber to Estação do Oriente (2kms away) and then take a train to Coimbra. Another option is to take the subway, there is a station at the airport, you should take the red line (direction São Sebastião) and get off at Oriente station.
If you fly to Porto Airport, you can take a taxi or an Uber to the Campanhã train station and then take a train to Coimbra. Another option to reach the train station is by subway. There is a station at the airport where you should take the violet line to Estádio do Dragão and get off at Campanhã station (which is the penultimate stop).
