August saw a significant drop in the number of tourists visiting Coimbra, falling below the expectations of the city's tourism operators. Sector agents confirmed that the business volume was considerably lower than forecast for this time of year.
Tourism professionals identify two main factors for this reduction: the rain that fell in the last week of the month and the high fuel prices. These elements may have potentially deterred visitors who might have chosen Coimbra as a summer destination.
The combination of these factors suggests a direct impact on the economic activity linked to tourism in the city, affecting operators who depend on visitor movement during the summer season.
