Cheap Car Rental Arganil

Picturesque and remote, Arganil is situated in the heart of the Portuguese countryside, in Coimbra. Accessible only by roads (and only by horseback until the 1970s), this area is perfect for exploration with a car rental in Arganil. Made up of verdant hills, sleepy villages and deep valleys, it is an atmospheric area of Portugal that is too often overlooked. What to expect in Arganil Located in the small mountainous region of Serra de Açor (Goshawk Mountains), a picture-postcard area surrounded by virgin forests and bucolic river views, Arganil is both a municipality and a small town in and of itself. It is noted for its surrounding landscapes, charming brick and stone villages and quiet — and traditional — Portuguese pace of life. The currency here is the Euro and you'll find the area very welcoming with plenty of cheap eateries and local produce. Things to see and do in Arganil The village of Piódão is the real treasure to visit with a car rental in Arganil, home to a quaint church, Igreja Nossa Senhora Conceição, and a tiny museum of local arts and crafts, Núcleo Museológico de Piódão. The scenic driving offers access to some unspoilt nature trails like the Mata da Margaraca natural parkland and canoeing and kayaking activities on the river Alva. Other must-see sites include the village of Foz d'Egua, one of the most beautiful in Portugal, which consists of traditional shale-roofed houses and breathtaking bridges over the Chãs d'Égua river. Eating and dining out in Arganil Located right in the heart of the Portuguese countryside, expect bountiful and fresh rural fare in modest surrounds. Delícias do Piódão and O Fontinha are of particular note, serving up traditional Coimbra dishes of pork and cheese. Arganil itself has plenty of dining options, including the delicious D'aqui E D'acola which serves up Portuguese delicacies. For simpler quick bites, you can find pizza at Encosta Da Seara, Ristorante Azzurro and Pizzaria Avenida.