Member Cities

Guarda

Guarda is a city of the Center region of Portugal located 1,000 meters above the level of the sea near the Mountains of Estrela 40km far away from the border with Spain. The main economic activities of Guarda are tourism, textile industries, glass, granite, marble and wood processing, construction and logistics. As regarfs the historic heritage of the city, it is worth mentionning the Castle of Guarda, declared national monument, as well as the Cathedral.

Guarda

Contact details

Country
Portugal
Number of inhabitants
40,155

Mayor

Name
Sr. Sérgio Fernando da Silva Costa
Address
Praça do Municipio

Political representative

Name
Sra. Amélia Maria da Silva Ramos Fernandes
Position
Vice-Presidenta
Address
Praça do Municipio
Experiences

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Where you walk…

Guarda (Portugal)

Where you walk…

The project promotes walking as a healthy and accessible activity to combat cardiovascular diseases and improve general health, overcoming barriers such as lack of time, fatigue and displeasure.

Planet of Foods

Guarda (Portugal)

Planet of Foods

The Guarda City Council, through the “Food Planet” project, seeks to raise awareness among children and young people in schools and daycares about the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles.

Food Curves

Guarda (Portugal)

Food Curves

Childhood obesity in Portugal reaches 30%, being a public health challenge. The “Eating Curves” program of the Guarda City Council seeks to preserve health and promote healthy lifestyles in schools.

Sports Holidays

Guarda (Portugal)

Sports Holidays

The Guarda City Council’s “Sports Holidays” program offers varied sports activities during non-school periods for children and young people, promoting physical health and personal development in a safe environment.

Holidays on the Farm

Guarda (Portugal)

Holidays on the Farm

“Holidays on the Farm” offers children and young people the opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities during holidays and weekends, promoting contact with nature and environmental education.

Young Creators Fair

Guarda (Portugal)

Young Creators Fair

The initiative, proposed by an association of young entrepreneurs in Guarda, addresses the lack of spaces to showcase artistic abilities without bureaucratic procedures. The Young Creators Fair is held in a public garden and features art such as crafts, painting, and sculpture.

Over 40 Tournament

Guarda (Portugal)

Over 40 Tournament

The veterans’ soccer tournament in Guarda promotes respect and “fair play” among players over 40 years of age, strengthening friendships and sportsmanship in a competitive environment.

Sport Days

Guarda (Portugal)

Sport Days

The Guarda City Council promotes healthy lifestyles with the “Sports Days” project, offering physical activities in the Urban Park and allowing local promoters to show their sports benefits.

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