Sapateira Leisure Park

Category: Nature > Park

District: Leiria > Leiria > Bidoeira de Cima > Parque de Lazer da Sapateira

Location

The Sapateira Leisure Park is located in the village of Bidoeira de Cima, integrated into the municipality of Leiria. Situated in the centre of the parish, the park is easily accessible and fits into the urban dynamic of the area, serving as a point of reference for the local community and visitors to the area.

A Space for Leisure and Physical Activity

This park was designed to offer an environment of relaxation and well-being. Its green spaces invite moments of tranquility, and the available infrastructures allow visitors to practice various activities. Here one can find a fitness trail, ideal for those looking to exercise outdoors, with equipment that promotes informal sports.

Tradition and Socializing

Sapateira Park stands out as a prime location for rediscovering traditional Portuguese games. It has fields dedicated to sports such as pelanca and chinquilho, and it is common to see people playing cards, dominoes, or pétanque. This vibrant atmosphere makes the park a meeting and socializing point, especially lively on weekends and during the warmer months of the year.

A Community Creation

The existence of Sapateira Leisure Park is directly linked to the civic participation of the community. Its construction resulted from an initiative included in the Participatory Budget of the Municipality of Leiria. This fact underlines the park's value not only as a leisure space, but also as a symbol of collaboration and the collective desire to improve local quality of life.

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