Penedo da Saudade, Coimbra

Name: Penedo da Saudade
Address: Av. Dr. Marnoco e Sousa, Coimbra, 3000, Portugal

#17 among attractions in Coimbra

Park, Relax in park, View point, Historical place

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Penedo da Saudade, previously known as Pedra dos Ventos is a historical public garden in Coimbra, Portugal. The garden has partial views of Coimbra skyline and the Coimbra City Stadium. A long winding walkway leads down the hill through a wooded area, from the main section of the garden all the way down to Infanta Dona Maria street. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 361 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°12'19"N, 8°24'53"W

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Av. Dr. Marnoco e SousaCoimbra 3000 Portugal

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Penedo da Saudade – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Machado de Castro National Museum, Estádio Cidade de Coimbra, Portugal dos Pequenitos, Old Cathedral of Coimbra.

0.6 miNW
Museum
Machado de Castro National Museum, Coimbra
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0.4 miE
Arenas and stadiums, Football, Sport
Estádio Cidade de Coimbra, Coimbra
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1 miW
Miniature village with Barbie museum
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0.7 miW
Rare surviving Reconquista-era church
Old Cathedral of Coimbra, Coimbra
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1 miW
Architecture, Historical place, Monastery
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0.8 miW
Bridge
Ponte de Santa Clara, Coimbra
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1 miSW
Bridge
Rainha Santa Isabel Bridge, Coimbra
25 min walk • The Rainha Santa Isabel Bridge, spanning the Mondego River in the historic city of Coimbra, Portugal, is a modern marvel of transportation and engineering. Completed and opened to the public in 2004, this cable-stayed bridge was designed to alleviate traffic congestion...
0.4 miW
Botanical garden, Park, Garden
Botanical Garden of the University of Coimbra, Coimbra
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0.6 miNW
Architecturally notable Catholic church
New Cathedral of Coimbra, Coimbra
16 min walk • The New Cathedral of Coimbra, also known as Sé Nova de Coimbra, stands as a venerable emblem of the city's rich religious heritage in Coimbra, Portugal. Originally a Jesuit church dating back to the 16th century, this majestic building was repurposed as a cathedral in...
0.7 miSW
Bridge
Pedro e Inês bridge, Coimbra
19 min walk • Spanning the serene waters of the Mondego River, the Pedro e Inês bridge in Coimbra, Portugal, is a contemporary architectural marvel that seamlessly blends history, legend, and modern design. This pedestrian bridge, a symbol of eternal love and tragedy, is named...
0.8 miNW
Parish church with royal remains
Mosteiro de Santa Cruz, Coimbra
22 min walk • The Santa Cruz Monastery, best known as Igreja de Santa Cruz, is a National Monument in Coimbra, Portugal. Because the first two kings of Portugal are buried in the church it was granted the status of National Pantheon.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Penedo da Saudade?

Nearby attractions include Casa Museu Bissaya Barreto, Coimbra (7 min walk), Seminário, Coimbra (10 min walk), Praça da República, Coimbra (10 min walk), Estádio Cidade de Coimbra, Coimbra (11 min walk).

How to get to Penedo da Saudade by public transport?

The nearest stations to Penedo da Saudade:

Bus

Humberto Delgado 2 • Lines: 16, 16G, 24T, 26, 34, 5, 5F, 5T, 7 (3 min walk)
Santa Teresa • Lines: 33, 42T, 6 (4 min walk)

Train

Coimbra (25 min walk)