Rua da Sofia, in the center of Coimbra, is receiving esplanades where cars used to circulate. The new organization of the city's central area has already begun to alter not only traffic, but also the way public space is being used.
The transformation of the street was received with enthusiasm by some residents and users of the area. A person heard by the publication expressed their approval, considering the change "beautiful."
The change is part of a broader project to reorganize circulation in the central area of Coimbra, which aims to prioritize pedestrians and boost local commerce through the creation of new leisure spaces.
This change reflects a growing trend in several Portuguese cities to rethink the use of urban space, removing vehicles from historic areas to make room for pedestrian zones and esplanades.
