Before the swims, flour was made here. Today it is a summer refuge just over 2 hours from Coimbra

The village of Benquerença, in the municipality of Penamacor, hosts a space that no longer functions as a flour production site, but today serves as a summer retreat. The location is about a kilometre from the village and is just over two hours from Coimbra, making it accessible for those seeking to escape the heat during the summer season. The transformation of this space reflects a change in the economic and social vocation of the region, which has moved from industrial activities to leisure and tourism activities. The proximity to nature and the water available at the site are the main attractions that currently draw visitors to the area, offering a rest alternative for residents of the central region of the country.