NELAS
N 40.53729; W 7.85473
It is the seat of a municipality with an area of 125.71 km² and 14,037 inhabitants (2011), subdivided into 7 parishes. The municipality is limited to the northeast by the municipality of Mangualde, to the southeast by Seia and Oliveira do Hospital (in the District of Coimbra), to the west by Carregal do Sal, and to the northwest by Viseu.
Located in the center of the Dão Region, between the rivers Dão and Mondego that wind along the mountains of Caramulo and Estrela, the Municipality of Nelas enjoys a privileged location, surrounded by green landscapes, where the pine forests and vineyards of Dão predominate, gardens that hide the art of Portuguese tiles.
With a rich and varied heritage, the Municipality of Nelas is famous for its famous and exquisite wines, as well as for its excellent cuisine typical of Beira.
From the historic center of Canas de Senhorim to Rio Castelo, from the Cultural Village of Lapa do Lobo to the nobility of the Vila Vinhateira do Dão which is Santar, there are many routes to discover. Located in the middle of the countryside and surrounded by stunning landscapes, Caldas da Felgueira is an invitation to an almost paradisiacal place that combines health, rest, and leisure. Its Thermal Center, equipped with modern and extensive facilities, is dedicated to respiratory tract treatments, rheumatic and skeletal muscle disorders, and also in wellness, balance, and beauty programs.
The municipality of Nelas is located in the Planalto da Beirão. To the South and East by Serra da Estrela, Serra Açor and Serra da Lousã; and to the west by the Serra do Buçaco, the Serra do Caramulo, the Serra da Freita, and the Montemuro mountains. It is bathed, to the southeast by the right bank of the river Mondego with its sources in the Serra da Estrela, to the northwest by the left bank of the river Dão.
With topology between 256 meters and 467 meters in altitude and a total area of 124.57 km².
Climate
They have a Mediterranean climate, with mild summers. Days with more than 30 centigrade occur with some frequency, about 40 a year on average, and summers are dry, but with cool nights. Winters are relatively cold and rainy, with days below 0 centigrade occurring with relative rarity, 15 per year.
Economy
It is a predominantly agricultural region of vineyards, orchards, olive groves, and pine forests. The Municipality of Nelas is located in two Demarcated Regions of Portugal, where the well-known and renowned Dão wine (being its region of origin), some characteristic sweets, and excellent Serra da Estrela cheese are produced.
Hot Springs
5 km from Nelas you will find the Caldas da Felgueira Thermal Spa.
Spa
The medicinal use of the waters of Caldas da Felgueira dates back to the beginning of the 19th century and in 1989 a phase of major renovation begins, and given the good results, in 1995 the remodeling and expansion of the Thermal Spa began. Since 1997, the new Thermal Center is a guarantee of technical sophistication and professional quality. In early 2007, Companhia das Águas Medicinais da Felgueira was acquired by Patris Capital, which adjusted its offer, concept, image, and communication to the needs of modern times.
Beauty products
Recently, beauty products from the Caldas da Felgueira line were launched, which are manufactured from thermal water. These high-quality products can be used daily and are aimed at all women. The Caldas da Felgueira line includes tonic, cleansing milk, day cream, and body milk. There are plans to expand the line, with a wider range of products.
It is a predominantly agricultural region of vineyards, orchards, olive groves, and pine forests. The Municipality of Nelas is located in two Demarcated Regions of Portugal, where the well-known and renowned Dão wine (being its region of origin), some characteristic sweets, and excellent Serra da Estrela cheese are produced.
Hot Springs
5 km from Nelas you will find the Caldas da Felgueira Thermal Spa.
Spa
The medicinal use of the waters of Caldas da Felgueira dates back to the beginning of the 19th century and in 1989 a phase of major renovation begins, and given the good results, in 1995 the remodeling and expansion of the Thermal Spa began. Since 1997, the new Thermal Center is a guarantee of technical sophistication and professional quality. In early 2007, Companhia das Águas Medicinais da Felgueira was acquired by Patris Capital, which adjusted its offer, concept, image, and communication to the needs of modern times.
Beauty products
Recently, beauty products from the Caldas da Felgueira line were launched, which are manufactured from thermal water. These high-quality products can be used daily and are aimed at all women. The Caldas da Felgueira line includes tonic, cleansing milk, day cream, and body milk. There are plans to expand the line, with a wider range of products.
Riodades (São João da Pesqueira);
Santa Comba Dão;
Santar (Nelas);
São João da Pesqueira + Trevões;
São Pedro do Sul;
Santa Comba Dão;
Santar (Nelas);
São João da Pesqueira + Trevões;
São Pedro do Sul;
São Martinho de Mouros (Resende);
São Pedro do Sul - Spa ;
Sátão;
Sernacelhe;
Tabuaço;
Tarouca + Ucanha;
Tondela;
São Pedro do Sul - Spa ;
Sátão;
Sernacelhe;
Tabuaço;
Tarouca + Ucanha;
Tondela;
Várzea - São Pedro do Sul (Spa);
Ventosa (Vouzela);
Vila Nova (Ventosa);
Vila Nova de Paiva;
VISEU;
Vouzela;
Ventosa (Vouzela);
Vila Nova (Ventosa);
Vila Nova de Paiva;
VISEU;
Vouzela;
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