Inspired by Porto & North I

Viewpoints, mountains and trails that cut through the landscape and invite you to discover the natural and historical treasures at the north of the map.

Porto & North I

Inspired by Lisboa

The Tagus that is always in view, the architectural diversity and the light that’s appreciated by everyone set the tone: it’s hard to forget Lisbon.

Inspired by Center of Portugal II

Embrace the rhythm of the waves, the toil of fishing villages, fado and the houses by the sea.

Center of Portugal II

Inspired by Porto & North II

A riverside city dressed in Rabelo boats, bridges and wineries, which combines contemporary details with an enormous historical and picturesque richness.

Inspired by Azores

Located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, the nine islands of the Azores are treasures ready to be discovered.

Inspired by Alentejo II

Enchantment and adventure in each region explored by you, a true journey into the past through the inland Alentejo. A slowly and necessary rhythm to embrace.

Inspired by Algarve

Well-known as a popular holiday destination in Portugal, the Algarve generously reveals itself to those who explore with a curious gaze.

Inspired by Center of Portugal I

Visit the typical schist and granite villages, surrounded by imposing mountains, natural reserves or historic centers in the most rustic areas.

Center of Portugal I

Inspired by Alentejo I

A flat and immense landscape that unfolds along the coastal zone, from which it is often separated by a few kilometers. The Alentejo coast bends to its own discovery.

Inspired by Madeira

In the middle of the Atlantic, the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo are a haven of natural beauty.

Inspired by Portuguese Waves

Portugal is one of the most important surfing destinations in Europe. You can find great waves everywhere in the country.

Inspired by Portuguese Waves

Portugal is one of the most important surfing destinations in Europe. You can find great waves everywhere in the country.

Inspired by Portuguese Greens

Golfing can be such a relaxing activity. If you add to that the perfect setting, you'll get the perfect equation.

Inspired by Portuguese Greens

Golfing can be such a relaxing activity. If you add to that the perfect setting, you'll get the perfect equation.

Inspired by Portuguese Trails

Biking and walking are great outdoor activities that will let everyone soak up the true atmosphere of a country.

Inspired by Portuguese Trails

Biking and walking are great outdoor activities that will let everyone soak up the true atmosphere of a country.

Inspired by Center of Portugal

In the interior of the country, you'll find mountains and villages of granite and schist. On the coast, fishing villages and big-wave beaches. The options are endless.

Inspired by Center of Portugal

In the interior of the country, you'll find mountains and villages of granite and schist. On the coast, fishing villages and big-wave beaches. The options are endless.

Inspired by Algarve

The Algarve is the region where the climate is mild and sunny all year round. It is also home to many inspiring stories...

Inspired by Algarve

The Algarve is the region where the climate is mild and sunny all year round. It is also home to many inspiring stories...

Inspired by Alentejo

The Alentejo is located in the south of Portugal, occupying a third of the country. The vastness of the landscape and the beauty of cultural landmarks are just some of its major assets.

Inspired by Alentejo

The Alentejo is located in the south of Portugal, occupying a third of the country. The vastness of the landscape and the beauty of cultural landmarks are just some of its major assets.

Inspired by Madeira

Right in the middle of the Atlantic, the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo are a haven of natural beauty.

Inspired by Madeira

Right in the middle of the Atlantic, the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo are a haven of natural beauty.

Inspired by Faith

Fátima is a very important sanctuary of the Marian cult worldwide. In 2017, the famous city celebrated the Centenary of the Apparitions of Our Lady of the Rosary.

Inspired by Faith

Fátima is a very important sanctuary of the Marian cult worldwide. In 2017, the famous city celebrated the Centenary of the Apparitions of Our Lady of the Rosary.

Inspired by Faith

Fátima is a very important sanctuary of the Marian cult worldwide. In 2017, the famous city celebrated the Centenary of the Apparitions of Our Lady of the Rosary.

Inspired by Faith

Fátima is a very important sanctuary of the Marian cult worldwide. In 2017, the famous city celebrated the Centenary of the Apparitions of Our Lady of the Rosary.

Inspired by Porto and the North

It was in the Porto and in the North regions that Portugal was founded in the 12th century and the Portuguese became a people and a nation.

Inspired by Lisboa Region

Lisbon is Portugal's capital and the hub of a multifaceted area that appeals to different tastes and senses.

Inspired by Porto and the North

It was in the Porto and in the North regions that Portugal was founded in the 12th century and the Portuguese became a people and a nation.

Inspired by Lisboa Region

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and the hub of a multifaceted area that appeals to different tastes and senses.

Inspired by Azores

The Azores, these volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, are definitely unique, and all of the three islands.

Inspired by Azores

The Azores, these volcanic islands in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, are definitely unique.

Inspired by

Center of Portugal II

Embrace the rhythm of the waves, the toil of fishing villages, fado and the houses by the sea.

Afonso Cruz

Writers • Portugal

Center of Portugal II Tour

Margarida Freitas

Sketchers • Portugal

Center of Portugal II Tour

Nina Johansson

Sketchers • Sweden

Center of Portugal II Tour

From the largest waves in the world to historic villages, snow-capped mountains, riverside beaches, castles, and the famous local cherries. In a region so versatile and so inspired by history, we gather surprises at every step and memories that defy all description.

This was the second time the Sketch Tour Reload Portugal had Center of Portugal as its destination. The first time involved the region’s hinterland; this time, the creative team explored locations closer to the coast and unmissable cities, visiting places such as:

Paimogo Beach;
Peniche and Baleal Beach;
Foz do Arelho and Óbidos Lagoon;
Nazaré;
Coimbra and its University;
Aveiro and Costa Nova,
among other locations.

Combining the experiences and perspectives of a foreign sketcher, a Portuguese sketcher and the literary talent of a Portuguese writer, this Sketch Tour Reload Portugal roamed around the entire country. The creative team was comprised of three talented artists:

Portuguese sketcher Margarida Freitas;
Swedish sketcher Nina Johansson;
Portuguese writer Afonso Cruz.

The young flamingos are white or greyish, while the older ones prefer to dress in pink.