Closest 24/7 emergency hospital to Coimbra (50 min north via A1). Full surgery, ICU, CT, ultrasound. Serves the Coimbra–Aveiro corridor.
💡 Call ahead while you drive, they'll prep the trauma bay for arrival.
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Emergency Vets [24h] in Coimbra, Veterinary Clinics & Pet Care
🇵🇹Coimbra, Portugal·Updated 12 May 2026
Coimbra's veterinary infrastructure is strong thanks to the university's veterinary medicine faculty. One 24/7 emergency hospital and several daytime clinics serve the city.
Long-established daytime clinic 10 min walk north of the train station. Vaccinations, microchipping, internal medicine, dermatology, dental care.
💡 Walk-ins accepted but call ahead, afternoon hours fill quickly with locals.
University teaching hospital. Specialised consultations (oncology, orthopaedics, ophthalmology) by referral. Daytime only.
💡 Most useful for complex cases. Your primary vet must refer you.
💡 Quick Tips
- 1.Portugal requires an EU pet passport (or AHC) plus microchip and rabies vaccination ≥21 days old for cross-border travel.
- 2.Tick prevention is essential in central Portugal, leishmaniasis is endemic in dry shrubland.
- 3.Portuguese vets generally speak basic English; carry medical history in Portuguese or English.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a 24-hour vet in Coimbra?
The closest 24/7 emergency hospital is Hospital Veterinário do Baixo Vouga, 50 min north on the A1 motorway. Within Coimbra itself, several clinics handle daytime emergencies but close overnight.
How much does a vet visit cost in Coimbra?
Routine consultations 35–55 EUR. Emergency consultation 60–110 EUR plus diagnostics. EU pet insurance often reimburses.
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