Quinta das Lágrimas
The setting of the tragic love story of Pedro and Inês, with the Fountain of Tears and centuries-old trees creating a romantic, quiet atmosphere.
The Quinta das Lágrimas, or Estate of Tears, takes its name from the 14th-century tragic love story of Prince Pedro and Inês de Castro. According to legend, Inês was murdered here, and her tears became the Fountain of Tears. The red algae at the bottom of the fountain are considered traces of her blood. The estate is now a hotel, but its gardens are open to visitors, with a small Gothic chapel, ancient trees, and fountain pools. Concerts are often held here in summer. Tickets cost about €3. It lies on the south bank, about a 5-minute walk from the old Santa Clara Monastery.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00-19:00 (shorter in winter)
Nearby sights
- Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Velha
- Portugal dos Pequenitos
- Monastery of Santa Clara-a-Nova
- Pedro e Inês Footbridge & Parque Verde do Mondego
- Biblioteca Joanina
- Arco de Almedina & Quebra-Costas
- University of Coimbra – Paço das Escolas
- Fado ao Centro