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WHAT YOU REALLY SHOULD NOT MISS@COIMBRA 2015
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Much more than a city filled with history, culture and tradi-tions, more than one of the most monumental Portuguese cit-ies, home to one of the oldest European universities – World Heritage, more than the magic of fado and faith in the Rainha Santa Isabel, and even more than a leader in Knowledge and Scientific and Technological Research, Coimbra is different: every day the city re-energises and renovates itself, it is more alive, dynamic and cosmopolitan. Feel unique emotions and memorable experiences, only lived in cities with soul. Discover Coimbra – an enchanted city!
Considered one of the most important and ancient Portuguese cities, Coimbra, which was once the Kingdom’s capital, harbours a rich and vast heritage, both tangible and intangible. It is the Portuguese Athens described by Eça de Queirós, which enthrals all who discover it.
A centre of reference in the areas of Knowledge, Research, Education and Health, it is the most populous and important city in the Central Region. With a highly privileged geographical loca-tion in the backbone of the country, Coimbra, which majestically rises above the Mondego River, pulsates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, offering both a fascinating and rich journey through the world of Art and Culture, History and Heritage, Nature and Sport, Gastronomy and Crafts.
It has a very unique mystique, born of a past filled with relevancy and also the memories of dozens of thousands of Portuguese, who, even today, spread across the world, remember their youth, spent at the University, a noteworthy institution which commemorates its 725th anniversary in 2015, being one of the oldest and most reputable in Europe. Many people completed their degrees here, irrefutable names in the areas of knowledge, who have indelibly contributed to the city’s vast intellectual
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heritage. But it was also the place where politicians studied, who, during their years of study and especially after, were part of cru-cial moments in Portugal s history and also the history of other Portuguese-speaking countries, foremost Brazil.
In addition to the recent recognition as UNESCO World Heritage, the city is the repository of the artistic heritage of foregone days. However, this does not hinder the production of more modern and experimentalist artwork. The past lives on, intertwined with the present, in a perfect intermingling of important historical legacy and the dynamic of a modern and current city which continues to be built in a lively and cosmopol-itan atmosphere.
Coimbra has an entrepreneurial and creative group of cultur-al agents who, in theatre, in music, in visual arts, in cinema or
in literature make the city vibrate all year long. Coimbra’s cur-rent cultural life also pulsates with the cult of the Coimbra song and fado castiço. Gastronomy is also highly important, especially convent sweets.
Accommodations in the city are guaranteed by a qualified and diverse hotel network, which includes a youth hostel and a camping ground with a river beach. Coimbra also has vast re-tail areas, be they of a more traditional nature, in unrivalled areas of the Historical City Centre, or shopping centres of a large dimension with bold architecture, which have earned international awards.
The broad array of reputable city museums, especially the Machado de Castro National Museum, which houses the Cryptoportico, is one of the most notable works of Roman architecture and is considered to be the best preserved ex-ample of Roman architecture in Portugal. Also worth noting is the medieval convent Santa Clara-a-Velha, a heritage restora-tion and enhancement project which has won several awards. In addition, there are the fantastic Science Museum and the Infante D. Henrique Exploratory, national centres for the dis-semination of science and scientific museology. The Quinta das Lágrimas is also important to highlight, where the tragic love story of Pedro and Inês is recreated; in addition to Portugal dos Pequenitos, which has, for over 70 years, provided an
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exhilarating voyage through our country’s architecture and monuments, appropriate for all ages.
Spending time in the open air is increasingly practised by all those in Coimbra. The city is surrounded by magnificent green spac-es, such as the Jardim Botânico (Botanical Gardens), the Jardim da Sereia , Manuel Braga Park, the pedestrian area of Vale das Flores or the Parque Verde, one of the prettiest green leisure spaces the city has recently constructed.
These environments naturally lead to sports and a vast array of equipment is available for all: modern pavilions, various recently constructed pools, an equestrian centre, dozens of pitches for football or rugby, trails for more radical sports, cycling circuits, among others. It is important to highlight this relevant sports tangent because the city has been the stage for several interna-tional sports competitions. And, of course, the city is also home to Académica, or as the football team is lovingly called, Briosa, which for many years was comprised only by university students and nowadays plays in the modern Coimbra Municipal Stadium, inaugurated in 2004.
Finally, there is the Mondego River, so many times referred to as the River of the Poets, highlighted not only for the traditions associated with it, but also for its spaces of enjoyment which have gained ever increasing numbers of admirers. It is also over
the Mondego River that one of the city’s most noteworthy examples of contemporary architecture rises, the Pedro and Inês Bridge.
Coimbra is, for these reasons and many others which visitors will discover for themselves, the city which occupies the imagi-nation of the Portuguese who start to feel nostalgic about it, even though they have never actually lived there.
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MIGUEL TORGA
– JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME
DATE: Until January 2016LOCATION: Miguel Torga House MuseumIn the year which commemorates the 20th anniversary of the death of Miguel Torga, the documen-tal exhibit Journey of
a Lifetime takes place, displaying the collection donated to the House-Museum and which can be found in the Municipal Library. The exhibit includes testimony on the writer’s life and work – manuscripts, personal objects, personal documents, and photo-graphs, amongst others.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
THE FLAVOURS OF WRITING
DATE: 27th February | 27th March | 24th April | 29th MayLOCATION: Casa da EscritaTIME: 20h00PRICE: €15 per personUniting literature and gastronomy is the objective of The Flavours of Writing, which brings together specialists from both areas on a journey through the routes of knowledge and
flavours, providing information on the literary and gastronomic traditions of Coimbra.In partnership with the Master´s degree course in Food History: sources, culture and society/Faculty of Letters at the University of Coimbra and the Coimbra School of Hotel Management and Tourism, each session will highlight different authors, such as Infante D. Pedro, Gil Vicente, Caio Sévio and Father António Vieira. Themes related with the life and work of these authors will be discussed, including other figures that have influenced local culture and history (through the realisation of conferences), always in connection with traditional gastronomy (through the realisation of themed dinners).ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
URBAN CRAFT FAIR
DATE: 14th March | 11th April | 9th May | 13th June | 11th July | 8th August | 12th September | 10th October | 14th November | 12th DecemberLOCATION: Rua Visconde da Luz and Rua Ferreira BorgesTIME: April through October, from 10h00 to 18h30 | March, November and December, from 10h00 to 17h30 An initiative which energises the urban public space, highlighting the sale of products from diverse areas of work, techniques and materials, resulting in a presentation of highly original objects, from utensils to fashion accessories, clothing, decoration, etc, contributing to an ever-stronger affirmation of contemporary urban craftsmanship. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
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JUNIOR WORLD CUP AND TRAINEESHIP | JUDO
DATE: 14th and 15th March (World Cup) | 16th and 19th March (Traineeship) LOCATION: Dr. Mário Mexia Municipal Sports PavilionThis competition, for the second time, is part of the International Judo Federation (IJF) World Junior Tour - which enables the compilation of points for the IJF Junior World Ranking List. ECJ Coimbra is one of the largest junior judo events in Europe, where hundreds of judo athletes from all over the world compete. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Portuguese Judo Federation
TAVERN ROUTE
DATE: 27th March | 3rd July | 2nd October | 11th DecemberLOCATION: to be announced PRICE: between €5 and €10Meal in a historical tavern, referencing local traditions, preceded by a visit to the area where the tavern is located. The meal is normally comprised of the house’s most famous dishes.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
CONSERVATORY THURSDAYS – RITE OF SPRING / AUTUMN COLOURS
DATE: March, April and May / October, November and DecemberLOCATION: Auditorium of the Music Conservatory of CoimbraProgramme of concerts and performances, conferences and debates, cinema sessions, theatre and exhibits.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Music Conservatory of Coimbra
TRAIL RUN MONDEGO | ATHLETICS
DATE: 12th AprilLOCATION: various locations throughout the city Trail Run Mondego is an event dedicated to off-road running, or-ganised by the Coimbra School of Athletics and by the Coimbra Municipal Council. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
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THE COLOR RUN | ATHLETICS
DATE: 26th AprilLOCATION: Banks of the Mondego River The Coimbra Municipal Council, in collaboration with Urban Events, holds one more edition of what has already been named the happiest race on the planet. It will again take place on the banks of the Mondego River and counts on the participation of thousands of runners. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
MONTH OF DANCE
DATE: AprilLOCATION: Gil Vicente Academic TheatreThe month of Dance Cycle presents three performances of national reference, with distinct artistic signatures, demonstrat-ing the vivacity of contemporary Portuguese dance. Already
a staple in the city, the Month of Dance highlights the work of three current, renowned Portuguese choreographers.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
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INDEPENDENT AMERICAN CINEMA CYCLE
DATE: April/MayLOCATION: Salgado Zenha Mini AuditoriumWith this cycle, the Centre for Cinematographic Studies/AAC intends to promote writers and films which are not as known by the general public, such as Wes Andersen, John Cassavettes, Paul Thomas Andersen, Kelly Reichardt, among others.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Centre for Cinematographic Studies /AAC
FLOWER AND PLANT AND MARKET
DATE: 2nd MayLOCATION: Praça 8 de Maio, Rua Visconde da Luz and Rua Ferreira BorgesTIME: 09h00 to 18h00The event is part of an urban entertainment programme of Downtown Coimbra. It contains a component which is mark-edly connected to associations, raising awareness in the general public of the importance of flowers and plants in the economy and in the daily life of businesses and people, through the bal-ance of biodiversity. The event is complemented by the tradi-tional gastronomy and sweets of the Coimbra region.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council @
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“QUEIMA DAS FITAS”
DATE: 8th to 15th May LOCATION: various locations throughout the cityThis is one of the largest student festivals in all of Europe, occur-ring for a little over a week. The Queima das Fitas marks the jour-ney of student life for University of Coimbra students. Academic Week starts with the Monumental Serenade on the steps of the Sé Velha. Included in the programme are also the Gala Ball of each of the Faculties, the Garraiada, the Venda da Pasta, the Queima of the Grelo (the Burning of the Ribbon, which lent its name to the festival) and the Cortejo dos Quartanistas (Senior Year Parade), without ever forgetting the popular Park Nights, where every night there is entertainment, such as concerts, DJ’s, among other elements.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Academic Association of Coimbra
“QUEIMA DAS FITAS” INTERNATIONAL REGATTA | ROWING
DATE: 9th May LOCATION: Rio MondegoThe Academic Association of Coimbra – Nautical Sports Section is organising another edition of the International Regatta, encompassing various distances and categories of Junior Rowing, Adapted Rowing, Absolutes, José Matos Memorial, taking place during the academic festivities in Coimbra, and which promises to bring together hundreds of athletes.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Nautical Sports of the Academic Association of Coimbra
MUSEUM NIGHT
DATE: 16th MayLOCATION: Science Museum of the University of CoimbraMuseum Night is a European cultural initiative started in 2005. On this night, the Science Museum opens its doors to anyone who wants to visit after hours. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Science Museum of the University of Coimbra
COIMBRA CITY MEET - “QUEIMA DAS FITAS” INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT | COMPETITIVE SWIMMING
DATE: 29th to 31st May LOCATION: Olympic Centre of the Municipal PoolsInternational tournament with established credentials,
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constituting one of the final possibilities for obtaining minimum rankings for international competitions.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Academic Association of Coimbra
INTERNATIONAL JAZZ MEETINGS OF COIMBRA
DATE: 29th May to 1st June LOCATION: Salão Brazil | TAGV – Gil Vicente Academic Theatre | Santa Clara-a-Velha Monastery | Bissaya Barreto House Museum and Machado de Castro National MuseumOrganised by the Coimbra Municipal Council and Jazz ao Centro Club, the International Jazz Meetings have managed to become one of the main events in the jazz world in Portugal, the result of labour consolidated throughout the years. The event counts on the presence of leading musicians on the international scene and emerging Portuguese musicians. In the 13th edition, Jazz ao Centro Club will reinforce its connection to the business and association networks, with performances occurring on various stages, such as the Gil Vicente Academic Theatre (TAGV) and Salão Brazil, but also in non-conventional spaces, such as the Gardens of the Arts House of the Bissaya Barreto Foundation, the Santa Clara-a-Velha Monastery and the Machado de Castro National Museum. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council and Jazz ao Centro Club
CADET WORLD CUP AND INTERNATIONAL TRAINEESHIP | JUDO
DATE: 30th and 31st May (World Cup) 1st and 3rd June (International Judo Traineeship)LOCATION: Dr. Mário Mexia Municipal Sports PavilionOne of the most thrilling judo competitions is held in Coimbra. In 2014, it established a record for participants, with 446 judo athletes (15-16 years old), from 20 different countries. It is part of the IJF World Cadet Tour, which enables the compilation of points for the IJF Cadet World Ranking List. In last year´s com-petition, held in the Dr. Mário Mexia Municipal Sports Pavilion, Portugal secured three fifth place finishes.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Portuguese Judo Federation
CULTURAL FAIR OF COIMBRA
DATE: 30th May to 7th JuneLOCATION: Dr. Manuel Braga Park/Mondego Green ParkThe objective of the Cultural Fair of Coimbra is the promo-tion, divulgation and provision of incentives for the participa-tion in cultural activities, both traditional and contemporary. The event occurs as a result of Coimbra’s repositioning as a city of knowledge, creativity and culture on the national cul-tural route. The Fair highlights books and crafts, in order to reflect the city’s artistic and cultural vitality. The initiative is complemented by spaces dedicated to the visual arts, mu-sic and gastronomy, without ever forgetting the official rep-resentations of Coimbra, which materialise the institutional pulse of this city. ADDITION INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
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MEDIEVAL FAIR OF COIMBRA
DATE: 13th and 14th June LOCATION: Largo da Sé VelhaThe Medieval Fair of Coimbra intends to recreate a fair from the Fernandino period. It is a historical reprisal which started in 1992 and occurs in the Largo da Sé Velha, in which hundreds of partici-
pants take part. A Medieval Supper is also integrated in the same theme, which takes place in the Cloisters of the Sé Velha.ADDITION INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
POPULAR ART AND CULTURE EXHIBIT
DATE: 20th June LOCATION: Praça 8 de Maio Sale of traditional products, such as crafts and convent sweets. Open air entertainment and participation of working craftsmen.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Ethnographic Group of the Coimbra Region
COMMEMORATIONS OF THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF COIMBRA, ALTA AND SOFIA AS WORLD HERITAGE
DATE: 22nd JuneLOCATION: various locations throughout the cityOn 22nd June 2013, the University of Coimbra, the Alta and the Sofia were added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage. This classification is relative to the building, but also encompasses an immaterial aspect, justified by the University of Coimbra’s role as a builder and disseminator of the Portuguese language and culture for centuries. The date is celebrated by the city with the occurrence of a group of relevant activities.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: RUAS Association
NIGHTS OF MUSIC IN THE HEART OF THE CITY OF COIMBRA
DATE: June through September (Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays)LOCATION: Praça 8 de Maio and Praça do ComércioDozens of performances comprise the entertainment pro-gramme in the historical area of the city. The programme includes music of several genres, focussing on fado, folk and ethnography. It is integrated in the programme of the Folklore and Ethnography Association of the Mondego Region, which, in addition to various folk performances, realises an ethnographic parade in a festival environment from the Largo da Portagem to the Praça 8 de Maio. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
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FESTIVITIES OF THE CITY OF COIMBRA 2015
DATE: 2nd to 5th JulyLOCATION: various locations throughout the cityFor four days, Coimbra will live true moments of celebration, culminating in the City day, celebrated on 4th July – the municipal holiday. The festivities include a programme of cultural, touristic and sports events which aim to celebrate the identity, the histo-ry, the culture and the traditions of one of the most important, monumental and enchanted cities of Portugal, which is today World Heritage.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
3rd INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT OF MASTER ATHLETICS | ATHLETICS
DATE: 4th JulyLOCATION: Coimbra Municipal Stadium TIME: 14h00As part of the Festivities of the City, the Coimbra Veterans Club of Athletics realises the 3rd
International Tournament of Master Athletics in the Municipal Stadium of Coimbra, dedicated to master athletes, with support from the Coimbra Municipal Council. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Equestrian Centre of Coimbra
ASSOCIATIONS FAIR
DATE: 4th JulyLOCATION: Rua Ferreira Borges and Rua Visconde da LuzDivulgation and demonstration of activities connected to the Associations of Coimbra. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
FOLKLORE FESTIVAL
DATE: 4th July LOCATION: Praça 8 de Maio Folklore festival with participation by several groups.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Ethnographic Group of the Coimbra Region @
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INTERNATIONAL JUMPING COMPETITION | EQUESTRIANISM
DATE: 5th and 7th July LOCATION: Equestrian Centre of CoimbraIn 2015, the International Jumping Competition will once again take place in Coimbra. Last year, equestrians from all over the world participated and the event was an enormous success. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Equestrian Centre of Coimbra
ARTS FESTIVAL
DATE: 16th to 27th JulyLOCATION: Quinta das LágrimasEclectic event which promotes numer-ous forms of artistic expression – music, painting, theatre, lit-erature, cinema, pho-tography and much
more – organised by the Inês de Castro Foundation, with sup-port from the Coimbra Municipal Council. The theme for 2015 is The Party.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Inês de Castro Foundation
INTERNATIONAL KARATE TRAINEESHIP – PORTUGUESE KARATE CENTRE
DATE: 18th and 19th JulyLOCATION: Dr. Mário Mexia Municipal Sports PavilionThe city of Coimbra hosts the International Summer Traineeship of the Portuguese Karate Centre. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Portuguese Karate Centre
RAINHA SANTA RALLY | MOTOR RACING
DATE: JulyLOCATION: various locations throughout the cityWith 45 editions and 62 years of history, the Rainha Santa Rally is one of the oldest motor racing competitions held in Portugal. In the last 14 years, the rally, organised by the Central Region Automobile Club, in collaboration with the Coimbra Municipal Council has held the historically regular competition, which has become a leader in competitions occurring in Portugal.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Central Region Automobile Club
INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENT OF THE CITY OF COIMBRA | BRIDGE
DATE: JulyLOCATION: to be announcedThe International bridge tournament is organised by the Portuguese Bridge Federation, with support from the Coimbra Municipal Council, and counts on the participation of dozens of players.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Portuguese Bridge Federation
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MAGICAL ENCOUNTERS – INTERNATIONAL MAGIC FESTIVAL OF COIMBRA
DATE: 15th to 19th September LOCATION: Gil Vicente Academic Theatre | Downtown | Hospitals | Coimbra Prison | Cerca de S. Bernardo TheatreCoimbra, for 5 days is the Magic Capital. Magicians from the four corners of the globe, scatter throughout the city, between street magic sessions and performances in the city hospitals and prison. In addition, the event includes two International Magic Galas, on 17th and 18th September. The 19th International Magic Festival of Coimbra provides performances, illusion, the ability to dream and continues to surprise magic enthusiasts. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council and Luís de Matos Produções Ld.ª
WORLD TOURISM DAY
DATE: 27th September LOCATION: various locations throughout the cityThere are several reasons to visit Coimbra, especially during the celebration of World Tourism Day. Tourism circuits, recreation-al, cultural and sports activities, musical performances and the distribution of city souvenirs are highlights of the programme prepared by the Coimbra Municipality to commemorate the day. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council and the Agency for the Promotion of Downtown Coimbra
EUROPEAN HERITAGE DAYS
DATE: September LOCATION: various locations throughout the cityAnnual initiative by the European Council, European Union and the Directorate-General for Cultural Heritage, to which the Municipality has associated itself, in order to raise awareness among the municipalities of the importance of Heritage protec-tion. Activities will be developed which in the majority of cases will be free.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council and the Agency for the Promotion of Downtown Coimbra
CONVENT AND REGIONAL SWEETS EXHIBIT OF COIMBRA
DATE: 3rd and 4th OctoberLOCATION: Former Sant’Anna Convent In a city with important con-vents, sweets are a rich inher-itance. Detailed research has
made it possible to recreate some of the delicacies, divulged and highlighted in this event, which is now in its 7th edition.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
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HERITAGE FAIR
DATE: 9th, 10th and 11th October LOCATION: Santa Clara-a-Velha MonasteryThe Heritage Fair is an innovative initiative in Portugal, of a mo-
bile character, developed and promoted by Spira – Heritage Revitalisation, in close collaboration with other entities, both public and private, in the heritage sector. It is an important event which brings together the areas of culture, tourism and the economy, promoting national cultural heritage as a strategic asset, capable of generating economic and social value. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Spira – Heritage Revitalisation
COLLECTIVE SCARECROW EXHIBIT
DATE: 10th OctoberLOCATION: Dr. Manuel Braga ParkTIME: 10h00/18h00Scarecrows are part of historical memory. Of a recreation-al-cultural character, the Scarecrow Exhibit is part of an urban entertainment programme, with the objective of remembering an ancient practice connected to agricultural rites of soil fertili-ty. This exhibit is a surprise for younger visitors and a return to the past for older ones. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
“FESTA DAS LATAS”
DATE: second fortnight of October LOCATION: various locations throughout the cityThe Festa das Latas, or Latada (Can Festival) is the way in which the Academy celebrates the welcome of new students who enter the University of Coimbra, the caloiros (freshman). For a week, there are concerts and numerous cultural and sports activities, the high point being the parade through city streets, during which time the Freshman exhibit their hastes (stalks), cans and other devices. Once they reach the banks of the Mondego River, the “godparents” baptise their “godchildren” using a chamber pot and river water.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Academic Association of Coimbra
EN[CHANT] THE DOWNTOWN
DATE: OctoberLOCATION: Downtown churchesPromotion of choir music in Downtown Coimbra, in an exchange initiative between national choirs. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Choir of Coimbra Professors
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2nd WORLD HERITAGE HALF MARATHON OF COIMBRA – RACE OF KNOWLEDGE
DATE: OctoberLOCATION: various locations throughout the city The Coimbra Municipal Council, in collaboration with Globalsport, will hold the second edition of the Half Marathon of Coimbra – Race of Knowledge. In 2014, there were 2,800 participants in the Half Marathon, Mini Marathon and 5k Walk. ADDITIONAL information: Coimbra Municipal Council
FEAST OF ST MARTIN IN THE TORGA HOUSE
DATE: 11th NovemberLOCATION: Miguel Torga House MuseumIn the year which commemorates the 20th anniversary of the death of Miguel Torga, we remember the particular fondness the poet had for St Martin, representative of a human value he admired – fraternity – and once again celebrate the tradition of magusto (chestnut festival). ADDITIONAL information: Coimbra Municipal Council
YEAR ZERO – CONTEMPORARY ART MEETINGS OF COIMBRA
DATE: NovemberLOCATION: various locations throughout the cityThirty nationally and internationally recognised artists will be represented for over 30 days in approximately 20 exhibits lo-cated in various areas across the city. The Contemporary Art
Meetings of Coimbra – a project whose main objec-tive is the development of curatorial initiatives in areas of the city with patri-monial value – also include the realisation of an inter-national conference, the development of an educa-tional service, publication of a book, edition of catalogues regarding the event and var-ious musical concerts and theatre performances.Year Zero is a project idealised by the Visual Arts Circle of Coimbra in partnership with the Coimbra Municipal Council and the University of Coimbra.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Visual Arts Circle of Coimbra
CHRISTMAS CAROLS
DATE: November and December LOCATION: DowntownIn the process of setting up the nativity designed by Master Cabral Antunes, on exhibition between December and January, the tradition of visiting nativities and listening to the erudite and traditional melodies of the holiday season are invoked, sung by choir and folk groups from Coimbra. The cycle ends with the singing of the Janeiras (traditional carols sung in January) in January 2016.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
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38th S. SILVESTRE RUN | ATHLETICS
DATE: DecemberLOCATION: various locations throughout the city The Coimbra Municipal Council once again promotes the S. Silvestre Run. Traditionally, it occurs during the last few days of the year for runners of all ages. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
LIGHTS IN DOWNTOWN COIMBRA
DATE: DecemberLOCATION: DowntownEntertainment programme to celebrate the Christmas season and New Year. This event organised for the city, with national and foreign visitors in mind, focuses on
the diversity of the content and public spaces in an encompass-ing and dynamic activity, without forgetting another important objective which is promoting retail business in Downtown Coimbra and attracting more people to this area of the city. The programme includes nativity scenes and other exhibits, street entertainment, activities for children, concerts and many other initiatives.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council and the Agency for the Promotion of Downtown Coimbra
ANTIQUE FAIR
DATE: every month (on the fourth Saturday)LOCATION: Praça do ComércioTIME: 09h00 to 19h00The Antique Fair and Exhibit of Coimbra, taking place for 23 years, is a highlight of urban entertainment of unequalled impor-tance in the city. As a repository of memories, it is a dynamic ini-tiative at a cultural level, as well as at an economic and social level because it enables the sale and purchase of collectible items and antiques. It is also a meeting place for the multitude of individ-uals who visit the Praça do Comércio every month and for the dozens of exhibitors/participants who come from the north to the south of the country.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
THEMED CIRCUITS
DATE: all year roundLOCATION: various locations throughout the cityThe Municipality provides numerous guided visits. With differ-ent themes, their objective is to evoke national and international ephemeral locations, as well as divulging and promoting histori-cal, cultural, literary, ethnographic, toponymic and natural herit-age, contributing to a greater knowledge of Coimbra’s identity. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Coimbra Municipal Council
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CONTACTS
» Câmara Municipal de Coimbra (Coimbra Municipal Council) | www.cm-coimbra.pt | www.turismodecoimbra.pt | 00351 239857500 | [email protected]
» Agência para a Promoção da Baixa de Coimbra (Agency for the Promotion of Downtown Coimbra) | www.baixadecoimbra.com | 00351 239842164 | [email protected]
» Associação Académica de Coimbra (Academic Association of Coimbra) | www.queimadasfitas.org | 00351 239410475 | [email protected]
» Associação RUAS (RUAS Association) | www.uc.pt/ruas/info | 00351 239857095 | [email protected]
» Centro de Estudos Cinematográficos/AAC (Centre for Cinematographic Studies) | www.cecine.com | 00351 239410408 | [email protected]
» Centro Hípico de Coimbra (Equestrian Centre of Coimbra) | www.centrohipicocoimbra.wordpress.com | 00351 239837695 | [email protected]
» Centro Português de Karaté (Portuguese Karate Centre) | www.cpk.pt | 00351 239445528 | [email protected]
» Círculo de Artes Plásticas de Coimbra (Visual Arts Circle of Coimbra) | 00351 239821670 | [email protected]
» Clube Automóvel do Centro (Central Region Automobile Club) | www.cacsport.com | 00351 239403090 | [email protected]
» Conservatório de Música de Coimbra (Music Conservatory of Coimbra) | www.conservatoriomcoimbra.pt | 00351 239701680 | [email protected]
» Coro de Professores de Coimbra (Choir of Coimbra Professors) | 00351 964888449 | [email protected]
» Desportos Náuticos da Associação Académica de Coimbra (Nautical Sports of the Academic Association of Coimbra) | www.aac-nauticos.com | 00351 239410475 | [email protected]
» Federação Portuguesa de Bridge (Portuguese Bridge Federation) | www.fpbridge.com | 00351 213884844 | [email protected]
» Federação Portuguesa de Judo (Portuguese Judo Federation) | www.fpj.pt | 00351 213931630 | [email protected]
» Fundação Inês de Castro (Inês de Castro Foundation) | www.fundacaoinesdecastro.com | 00351 213975879 | [email protected]
» Grupo Etnográfico da Região de Coimbra (Ethnographic Group of the Coimbra Region) | 00351 936352162 | [email protected]
» Jazz ao Centro Clube | www.jacc.pt | 00351 239837078 | [email protected]
» Luís de Matos Produções Ld.ª (Luis de Matos Productions) | 00351 236670670 | [email protected]
» Museu da Ciência (Science Museum) | www.museudaciencia.org | 00351 239854350 | [email protected]
» Teatro Académico de Gil Vicente (Gil Vicente Academic Theatre) | www.tagv.pt | 00351 239 855630 | [email protected]
» Spira – Revitalização Patrimonial (Spira – Heritage Revitalisation) | www.spira.pt | 00351 217974587 | [email protected]
DISCLAIMERThis publication is an edition of the Coimbra Municipal Council. It cannot be held responsible for alterations to the events announced, which may occur after the close of this Agenda. Possible changes to the programmes are the responsibility of the respective promoting entities.
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Much more than a city filled with history, culture and traditions, more than one of the most monumental Portuguese cities, home to one of the oldest European universities – World Heritage, more than the magic of fado and faith in the Rainha Santa Isabel, and even more than a leader in Knowledge and Scientific and Technological Research, Coimbra is different: every day the city re-energises and renovates itself, it is more alive, dynamic and cosmopolitan. Feel unique emotions and memorable experiences, only lived in cities with soul. Discover Coimbra
– an enchanted city!
COIMBRA IS MUCH BETTER WHEN YOU’RE WITH US!+info: www.turismodecoimbra.pt/en/
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