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Inspiration<\/a>><\/span>Itineraries<\/a><\/p>\n

By GoCaldas Team\u25cf<\/i>15 October 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Run in a Royal Park, Kitesurf on the Lagoon and Skate for Free: Sports in Caldas da Rainha<\/h1>\n
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From Parque D. Carlos I and the Mata Rainha D. Leonor woodland to the skate park, the \u00d3bidos Lagoon and Foz do Arelho beach: where to play sport in Caldas da Rainha.<\/p>\n

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Outdoor sport in Caldas da Rainha. Photo: GoCaldas<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n
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Caldas da Rainha<\/a> has the natural setting and the facilities to make it a great place for sport. From running in the park to skateboarding, from kitesurfing on the lagoon to bodyboarding at the beach, there is something for every taste and level.<\/p>\n

With family, as a couple or with friends, Caldas da Rainha is a good choice for a holiday, a weekend or a day trip with an active twist.<\/p>\n

Related: Best natural spaces in Caldas da Rainha<\/a><\/p>\n

Sport in the city: park and woodland<\/h2>\n
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Mata Rainha D. Leonor, in the centre of Caldas da Rainha. Photo: GoCaldas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In the city centre you can go for a run in Parque D. Carlos I, one of the most beautiful parks in Portugal, where the greenery surrounds a large lake. In summer you can hire a rowing boat on the lake.<\/p>\n

Right next to it, the Mata Rainha D. Leonor<\/a> woodland has several trails for running, walking or doing a workout in the shade of the trees.<\/p>\n

Skate park<\/h2>\n

The skate park is on Rua Vitorino Fr\u00f3is, on the old road between Caldas da Rainha and Foz do Arelho.<\/p>\n

Free to use, it was built for fans of action sports such as skateboarding, BMX and inline skating.<\/p>\n

Foz do Arelho and the \u00d3bidos Lagoon<\/h2>\n
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Foz do Arelho beach, where the lagoon meets the sea. Photo: GoCaldas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Less than 10 kilometres from the city is Foz do Arelho<\/a>, with the \u00d3bidos Lagoon<\/a> and a long sandy beach<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You can run with the lagoon or the ocean as a backdrop but, above all, try water sports: paddleboarding, kitesurfing, canoeing, windsurfing, surfing or bodyboarding. If you want to learn to sail, the Escola de Vela da Lagoa<\/a> sailing school is in Nadadouro.<\/p>\n

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Surfoz Surfshop in Caldas da Rainha. Photo: GoCaldas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For surf, bodyboard or skate gear, Surfoz Surfshop<\/a> is in Caldas da Rainha.<\/p>\n

Group running and walking<\/h2>\n
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The \u201cN\u00e3o Fazemos Nem Mais 1\u2026Km\u201d running group. Photo: GoCaldas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The \u201cN\u00e3o Fazemos Nem Mais 1\u2026Km\u201d running group takes to the city streets, running or walking, come rain or shine.<\/p>\n

No registration is needed: just turn up with water, a light and plenty of energy. Check upcoming sessions on the group\u2019s Facebook page<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n

Where can I go running in Caldas da Rainha?<\/h3>\n

In Parque D. Carlos I and the Mata Rainha D. Leonor woodland in the city centre, or by the \u00d3bidos Lagoon and Foz do Arelho beach.<\/p>\n

Is the skate park free?<\/h3>\n

Yes. It is on Rua Vitorino Fr\u00f3is, on the old road to Foz do Arelho.<\/p>\n

What water sports can I do near Caldas da Rainha?<\/h3>\n

At Foz do Arelho and on the \u00d3bidos Lagoon: paddleboarding, kitesurfing, canoeing, windsurfing, sailing, surfing and bodyboarding.<\/p>\n

Do I need to register to run with the \u201cN\u00e3o Fazemos Nem Mais 1\u2026Km\u201d group?<\/h3>\n

No. Just turn up; upcoming sessions are posted on the group\u2019s Facebook page.<\/p>\n

More about Caldas da Rainha<\/h2>\n