Cidral Viewpoint

Category: Civil Architecture > Viewpoint

District: Coimbra > Coimbra > Coimbra > Calhabé

Location

The Miradouro do Cidral is located in the urban area of Calhabé, in Coimbra. It is situated in a position that facilitates connection between different levels of the city.

This location is part of an urban renewal context, serving as a point of articulation between the higher area, near the Baixa, and the areas situated by the Mondego River.

A New Urban Connection

This location is integrated into a route created by a new avenue, designed to improve fluidity and access between different parts of Coimbra. This avenue establishes a direct link between the upper part of the city and the riverside area.

Its construction aimed to optimize pedestrian paths in this area of the city.

Architectural Element in the Landscape

One of the distinctive aspects associated with this point is the presence of a structure that stands out in the urban landscape, described as a building-tunnel. This construction is not only functional but also plays a significant visual role.

It contributes to the renewed identity of this area, marking the landscape by its form and integration into the existing urban fabric.

Redesigned Routes

The intervention that gave rise to this Miradouro and the new avenue significantly altered how people circulate in the area. Pedestrian routes were redefined.

By integrating this location into the new paths, the transition and movement between the Baixa and the lower part of the city, by the river, were facilitated.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt