Welcome Guide Nazaré
Main Atractions in Nazaré:
Pederneira During the 15th and 16th centuries, it was an active naval shipyard, where ships and caravels left for the Discoveries. In this place you can visit the Igreja Matriz de N. Sra. das Areias, from the 16th century and the Igreja Misericórdia, in Manueline style built in the 17th century.
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Belvedere Pederneira
5 R. do MirantePederneira During the 15th and 16th centuries, it was an active naval shipyard, where ships and caravels left for the Discoveries. In this place you can visit the Igreja Matriz de N. Sra. das Areias, from the 16th century and the Igreja Misericórdia, in Manueline style built in the 17th century.
Place of pilgrimage since the 12th century, due to the legend of Nossa Senhora da Nazaré. Legend has it that D. Fuas Roupinho, who used to hunt in the area, on a foggy day was chasing a deer, which disappeared over the precipice. He saved himself by invoking the Virgin to whom he was devoted. In thanksgiving for the miracle, he ordered the erection of the Hermitage of Memory on this site.
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Sitio de Nazaré
Place of pilgrimage since the 12th century, due to the legend of Nossa Senhora da Nazaré. Legend has it that D. Fuas Roupinho, who used to hunt in the area, on a foggy day was chasing a deer, which disappeared over the precipice. He saved himself by invoking the Virgin to whom he was devoted. In thanksgiving for the miracle, he ordered the erection of the Hermitage of Memory on this site.
Farol da Nazaré is a Portuguese lighthouse located in the Forte de São Miguel Arcanjo, Nazaré, West region. It is a round, bright red, iron lantern, with a service balcony, mounted on the wall of the fort. The light is two seconds on and one second off.
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Farul Nazaré
Estrada do FarolFarol da Nazaré is a Portuguese lighthouse located in the Forte de São Miguel Arcanjo, Nazaré, West region. It is a round, bright red, iron lantern, with a service balcony, mounted on the wall of the fort. The light is two seconds on and one second off.
In 1377, King Fernando ordered the construction of the primitive church to house the sacred image and welcome the large number of pilgrims visiting Senhora da Nazaré, making it the oldest and most important Portuguese Marian Sanctuary until the beginning of the 20th century. .
Santuario Nuestra Señora De Nazaret
Largo de Nossa Senhora da NazaréIn 1377, King Fernando ordered the construction of the primitive church to house the sacred image and welcome the large number of pilgrims visiting Senhora da Nazaré, making it the oldest and most important Portuguese Marian Sanctuary until the beginning of the 20th century. .
Inaugurated in 1889, the Ascensor da Nazaré was created by Eng.o Raul Mesnier du Ponsard, to facilitate the arrival of pilgrims to Senhora da Nazaré. With an inclination of 42%, today the Ascensor is a tourist point of reference for all visitors to Nazaré.
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Nazaré
20 R. do HorizonteInaugurated in 1889, the Ascensor da Nazaré was created by Eng.o Raul Mesnier du Ponsard, to facilitate the arrival of pilgrims to Senhora da Nazaré. With an inclination of 42%, today the Ascensor is a tourist point of reference for all visitors to Nazaré.
Dolomitic hill that emerges in the middle of a landscape of dunes and pine forest. With an altitude of 156m, it is a point of reference for navigators. Archaeological finds confirm pre-Roman occupation. The interest of the local flora gave it the status of classified site in 1979.
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Mount St. Bartholomew
Dolomitic hill that emerges in the middle of a landscape of dunes and pine forest. With an altitude of 156m, it is a point of reference for navigators. Archaeological finds confirm pre-Roman occupation. The interest of the local flora gave it the status of classified site in 1979.
The Ethnographic and Archaeological Museum Dr. Joaquim Manso, opened on June 6, 1976, is a museum with a regional character, with very heterogeneous collections (ethnography, archaeology, painting, sculpture, photography and others) and temporary exhibitions. It highlights maritime ethnography, through the exhibition of the various types of artisanal fishing vessels from Nazaré and the traditional costume.
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Museu Dr. Joaquim Manso
22 R. Dom Fuas RoupinhoThe Ethnographic and Archaeological Museum Dr. Joaquim Manso, opened on June 6, 1976, is a museum with a regional character, with very heterogeneous collections (ethnography, archaeology, painting, sculpture, photography and others) and temporary exhibitions. It highlights maritime ethnography, through the exhibition of the various types of artisanal fishing vessels from Nazaré and the traditional costume.
Famous for its colossal waves, this beach is a magnet for surfers, especially in the winter months when the waves reach record-breaking heights, thanks to the underwater Nazaré Canyon. The beach has gained international fame as a premier big wave surfing destination, with annual competitions that attract the
world's best surfers.
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Plaja de Nord
Famous for its colossal waves, this beach is a magnet for surfers, especially in the winter months when the waves reach record-breaking heights, thanks to the underwater Nazaré Canyon. The beach has gained international fame as a premier big wave surfing destination, with annual competitions that attract the
world's best surfers.
with a large sand, where we can find many tourists, but where there is also a very strong presence of people from the sea. In addition to the possibility of seeing the art of sewing the nets or preparing the bait, you can also see the "paneiros" used to dry the fish on stakes. The beach extends along the main avenue, where there is a large part of the local commerce.
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Plaja Nazare
87 Avenida Manuel Remígiowith a large sand, where we can find many tourists, but where there is also a very strong presence of people from the sea. In addition to the possibility of seeing the art of sewing the nets or preparing the bait, you can also see the "paneiros" used to dry the fish on stakes. The beach extends along the main avenue, where there is a large part of the local commerce.
Recommended Restaurants:
Nazaré boasts a variety of excellent dining options that highlight its rich seafood tradition and Portuguese culinary delights. Here’s a guide to some highly recommended restaurants.
PANGEIA RESTAURANTE
50 Rua Abel da SilvaExcellent restaurant, Octopus Specialty.
Aki-d'el-Mar Marisqueira
129 Av. Manuel RemígioSpecialty in seafood, great service and high quality.
Taberna D`Adelia
12 R. das TraineirasTypical food, great quality.
Taverna do 8 Ó 80
8 Av. Manuel RemígioGreat atmosphere, variety of tapas and good drink.
A favorite for seafood lovers, this marisqueira serves fresh,
high-quality seafood dishes in a casual setting, allowing the
natural flavors of the ocean to shine through.
Restaurante Gil Vicente
A favorite for seafood lovers, this marisqueira serves fresh,
high-quality seafood dishes in a casual setting, allowing the
natural flavors of the ocean to shine through.
This tavern is beloved for its authentic local dishes and rustic
charm, offering a warm, family-friendly atmosphere where
traditional Portuguese recipes are prepared with a touch of
home-cooked goodness.
Restaurante A Fornalha
12 R. Dr. António Duarte PimpãoThis tavern is beloved for its authentic local dishes and rustic
charm, offering a warm, family-friendly atmosphere where
traditional Portuguese recipes are prepared with a touch of
home-cooked goodness.
Situated close to the waterfront, Rosa dos Ventos offers stunning views along with its menu of freshly caught fish and seafood, making it a perfect spot for a scenic and delicious meal.
Rosa Dos Ventos
Situated close to the waterfront, Rosa dos Ventos offers stunning views along with its menu of freshly caught fish and seafood, making it a perfect spot for a scenic and delicious meal.
This charming restaurant near the beachfront is famed for its traditional Nazaré-style dishes and a friendly atmosphere, where every meal feels like dining with family.
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Restaurante Maria Do Mar
13 R. GuilhimThis charming restaurant near the beachfront is famed for its traditional Nazaré-style dishes and a friendly atmosphere, where every meal feels like dining with family.
Known for its seafood and traditional Portuguese cuisine, A Tasquinha offers a cozy dining experience with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and local flavors.
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A Tasquinha
54 R. Adrião BatalhaKnown for its seafood and traditional Portuguese cuisine, A Tasquinha offers a cozy dining experience with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and local flavors.
Excursions and Nearby Tours:
Exploring the areas surrounding Nazaré offers enriching experiences that showcase the cultural heritage and natural beauty of central Portugal. Each nearby town has its unique attractions and historical significance.
Home to one of the largest Cistercian monasteries in the world, Alcobaça was linked to the Cistercian Order for almost seven hundred years. Famous for its conventual sweets, this city's main activity is fruit growing, being known above all for the Rocha pear and the Alcobaça apple.
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Alcobaça
Home to one of the largest Cistercian monasteries in the world, Alcobaça was linked to the Cistercian Order for almost seven hundred years. Famous for its conventual sweets, this city's main activity is fruit growing, being known above all for the Rocha pear and the Alcobaça apple.
The origin of Vila da Batalha derives from the construction of the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória, as an ex-voto of a fulfilled commitment, made in the field where the Royal Battle was fought. This is undoubtedly the ex-libris of the village, visited by thousands of tourists throughout the year. A UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Batalha
The origin of Vila da Batalha derives from the construction of the Monastery of Santa Maria da Vitória, as an ex-voto of a fulfilled commitment, made in the field where the Royal Battle was fought. This is undoubtedly the ex-libris of the village, visited by thousands of tourists throughout the year. A UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Óbidos castle, elected one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal, belonging to the National Monuments, currently, in addition to the walls and wonderful churches, also has a wide range of annual events such as, A Vila Natal; The Medieval Market and the Óbidos International Chocolate Festival.
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Óbidos Municipality
The Óbidos castle, elected one of the Seven Wonders of Portugal, belonging to the National Monuments, currently, in addition to the walls and wonderful churches, also has a wide range of annual events such as, A Vila Natal; The Medieval Market and the Óbidos International Chocolate Festival.
Known for the apparitions of Our Lady to the little shepherds, it is currently one of the largest pilgrimage sites in the world. Pilgrims visit the Chapel of the Apparitions and the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora de Fátima. Its biggest event is the pilgrimage on the 13th of May, the day on which the first apparition of Our Lady is celebrated.
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Fátima
Known for the apparitions of Our Lady to the little shepherds, it is currently one of the largest pilgrimage sites in the world. Pilgrims visit the Chapel of the Apparitions and the Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora de Fátima. Its biggest event is the pilgrimage on the 13th of May, the day on which the first apparition of Our Lady is celebrated.
City founded by Queen Leonor, who was also responsible for the creation of the first thermal hospital where the cure for various diseases was found in the richness of the city's waters. Also, the fact that it is an area with an abundance of clay, made it the main ceramics producer in the country. In particular, the Parque D. Carlos I, invites you to take a walk through its interior, where you can still see the naturalism and romanticism of the late 19th century.
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Caldas da Rainha
City founded by Queen Leonor, who was also responsible for the creation of the first thermal hospital where the cure for various diseases was found in the richness of the city's waters. Also, the fact that it is an area with an abundance of clay, made it the main ceramics producer in the country. In particular, the Parque D. Carlos I, invites you to take a walk through its interior, where you can still see the naturalism and romanticism of the late 19th century.
The city of Leiria is bathed by the rivers Lis and Lena, the places that stand out in the city are the Castle of Leiria, the medieval square Rodrigues Lobo and the Renaissance Cathedral. The gothic festival, entremuralhas, which takes place inside the castle's space, is an event not to be missed.
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Leiria
The city of Leiria is bathed by the rivers Lis and Lena, the places that stand out in the city are the Castle of Leiria, the medieval square Rodrigues Lobo and the Renaissance Cathedral. The gothic festival, entremuralhas, which takes place inside the castle's space, is an event not to be missed.
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Deplasarea și accesul
Local Transportation Tips
Once in Nazaré, getting around is straightforward thanks to a variety of local transportation options:
- Taxis and Rideshares
- Bike Rentals
- Funicular
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Mercado Municipal
The town’s vibrant market is a fantastic place to explore local life and cuisine. Here, visitors can find fresh produce, seafood, and traditional crafts. It's also an excellent spot for sampling local specialties like dried fish, cheeses, and pastries.
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Promenade (Avenida da República)
Strolling along the main promenade of Nazaré offers a delightful experience with its array of shops, cafes, and restaurants. It’s the perfect place to sample local snacks like "bolas de berlim" (cream-filled doughnuts) and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the town.
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Cultural Festivals
Throughout the year, Nazaré hosts several festivals that celebrate its rich cultural heritage, including the Carnaval de Nazaré, one of the most vibrant and colorful in Portugal, and the Festival of Our Lady of Nazaré, a deeply traditional event with processions, music, and fireworks.
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Climate
Nazaré enjoys a Mediterranean climate, characterized by mild, wetwinters and warm, dry summers. The influence of the Atlantic Ocean keeps temperatures moderate year-round, with summer highs averaging around 28°C (82°F) and winter temperatures rarely dropping below 10°C (50°F). The sea breezes provide a refreshing relief from the summer heat and contribute to the relatively mild winter conditions.
Rainfall is more common during the winter months, from November to March, when the town experiences most of its annual precipitation.
Obiceiuri și cultură
Local Handicrafts
Nazaré is famous for its artisan crafts, which are deeply rooted in the town's traditions and history. These include:
- Fishnet Art;
- Wooden Miniatures of Boats;
- Embroidery and Fabric Arts.