Comenius: "Let's Travel!": Water Sports in Ferreira do Zêzere

Sunday, 10 June 2012

Water Sports in Ferreira do Zêzere - Santarém, Portugal

What are the characteristics of this type of tourism?

Ferreira do Zêzere is a small area in the centre of Portugal. It has got this name because river Zêzere crosses it and establishes its own limits.

The proximity to the lake Castelo do Bode or Lago Azul (Blue Lake) is possibly the key to the town’s popularity. It is located only seven kilometres from the town centre.

It’s the perfect place for people who love watersports: kayaking, canoeing, fishing, boating and sailing.

What should there be in the bag of the traveler performing this trip?

The traveler will need some food, plenty of water, sunglasses, special clothes (shorts, t-shirts), suntan protection and, optionally, a sleeping bag and a tent if they are planning to camp near the river.

How can transportation be provided for this trip?

The nearest airport is Lisbon Airport, which is about 140 km away. There are many airlines flying there (TAP, easyjet, British Airways, AirFrance, etc) so it is possible to find a cheap ticket if you reserve in advance.

Renting a car at the airport is a comfortable option, but public transport is also available. Buses connect the airport with the town centre. Trains drive you to Tomar every hour.

Where can the traveler accommodate during this trip?

Accommodation is possible in some hotels, houses and apartments from 49 euros per night. It is specially popular the Hotel Estalagem Lago Azul because of its nice location.

Some options can be considered clicking this link.

http://www.cm-ferreiradozezere.pt/pt/conteudos/turismo/Alojamento/5c242cbb-faf0-4858-be46-d99fd694a9dd.htm

How long does this trip last? (Minimum time -day)

A minimum of two or three days to be able to discover that beautiful area and practice some sport.

How much money is needed for this trip?

It depends on how long are you planning to stay and the type of accommodation you choose.

Why should a traveller do this trip? What will the traveller’s benefit be?

Because it's a good place to go on holiday. There are many activities and sports to do and there also are interesting historical places. And it is possible to find great and cheap hotels!

Ferreira do Zêzere is always a good option.

http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferreira_do_Z%C3%AAzere (Ferreira do Zezêre: general information)
http://desporto-ferreiradozezere.webnode.pt/ (sports in Ferreira do Zezêre)
http://www.tripadvisor.es/Flights-g642201-Ferreira_do_Zezere_Estremadura-Cheap_Discount_Airfares.html (how to arrive there)
http://maps.google.es/maps?hl=es&tab=wl (how to get there)
http://www.tripadvisor.es/Tourism-g642201-Ferreira_do_Zezere_Estremadura-Vacations.html (where to sleep)
http://es.lifecooler.com/lifecooleres/ferreira-do-zezere-categ2.htm (about the city)
http://www.gekkoportugal.com/rio-zezere-portugal-river-zezere.htm (rent a canoe)
http://www.visitportugal.com/NR/exeres/6BCBD81C-F9DF-4D33-B08A-050D6C05641C,frameless.htm

This Blog

The project Blog contains everything related to the Comenius project “Let’s Travel!”: summary, objectives, activities, mobilities, project meetings, results, evaluation… It is a visual and dynamic online platform which illustrates and disseminates the project development through regular updating: writings, introductions, descriptions of places, pictures and videos on Tourism as a topic. All outcomes on the Blog are the results of students’ and teachers’ common team work at the seven partner schools.

The Garden in Portugal

Although uncompleted, coordinators from the seven partner schools decided to maintain the Garden in Portugal as one of the most emotive outcomes of our project. Seeds of plants from the local flora in each country were sent to the school in Portugal. Students of Tourism and Gardening from Ferreira do Zêzêre collected and let them germinate. They created a greenhouse, which was unfortunately seriously damaged by a destructive tornado at the beginning of 2011. A big part of the garden got lost.

Evaluation Questionnaires and Power Point Presentation

Three model questionnaires for mobilities were made, separately for guests (teachers and students) and hosts (students). Teachers and students who took part in mobility filled these questionnaires after each meeting and conclusions were compiled by Polish teachers to make our work better and more efficient. The most important conclusions from questionnaires were summed in the Power Point presentation which was presented during the last mobility in Spain, were all coordinators from partner schools were present.

7 Different Kinds of Tourism in 7 Different Countries

The seven partner schools of the Project “Let’s Travel!” did of Tourism a topic to investigate and analyse. They found out the characteristics, the means of transport, the baggage, the accommodation, the duration and the money required for seven different kinds of tourism and tourists in the seven partnership countries. They produced a considerable quantity of documents with information and pictures on activities related to cultural, historical, religious, natural, health, sport and educational tourism.