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Located on the north bank of the mouth of the Ave River and bathed by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Vila do Conde has a history intricately linked to the river and the sea, and it is these elements that dictate, along with the industry, its main activities: tourism bathing areas and fishing ports. The region's craft markets reflect its traditions: from the miniature wooden boats, which date back to the time of sea explorations, the rag quilts and rugs, the bobbin lace pieces, to the wrought-iron work: railings, gates, keyholes, and knockers. Its gastronomy is equally rich, with special emphasis on roast kid goat, hake “à marinheiro”, Easter folar (traditional bread) and conventual sweets. Delight yourself with the famous sweet egg pastries!

What to do in Vila do Conde

Casa de José Régio - Museu de Vila do Conde

Vila do Conde

Created in 1975, it features a set of furnitures, religious art works, tableware and paintings that José Régio, the writer, collected during his life time.

Convento e Igreja de Santa Clara

Vila do Conde

A Igreja de Santa Clara, datada do século XIV, apresenta uma estrutura gótica, com alguns acréscimos renascentistas. Na Capela dos Fundadores, datada do século XVI, encontram-se os túmulos: o Monumento Nacional do Infante D. Afonso Sanches e sua mulher D. Teresa Martins, em pedra de anca, considerados das mais belas obras de escultura tumular em estilo manuelino. O Convento de …

Aqueduto de Vila do Conde / Aqueduto de Santa Clara

Vila do Conde

18th century work also known as Aqueduct of the convent, consisting of a long arched colonnades, today partially ruined. It is an artificial channel built from the convent of Santa Clara to the East and initially comprised of 999 arches. It has a wingspan and height arches backwards, with broken arches and upper rounded channel profile.

Centro de Memória de Vila do Conde - Museu de Vila do Conde

Vila do Conde

Junta as valências do Arquivo Municipal, Gabinete de Arqueologia e o Núcleo Central do Museu de Vila do Conde. O Centro de Memória resulta de um projeto de regeneração do Solar de S. Sebastião. Recebe exposições temporárias dedicadas à arte contemporânea, para além da exposição permanente da unidade central, “Vila do Conde: Tempo e Território”, e é aqui que se …

Museu das Rendas de Bilros - Museu de Vila do Conde

Vila do Conde

Located in a typical city manor of the 18th century, it aims to promote the study of this time honoured art for the new millenium. It includes lovely Bilros Embroideries. In the museum one may view the women who make the embroideries at work.

Nau Quinhentista e Alfândega Régia - Museu de Construção Naval

Vila do Conde

A section of the Vila do Conde museum, devoted to the history of ship building.

Praia de Azurara

Vila do Conde

A familiar beach with a wide stretch of sand. Attended by surfers, it has a few bars.

Praia de Mindelo

Vila do Conde

A lovely beach with a wide stretch of sand and some rocks. It has a first aid office. There are several nice enough restaurants with accessible prices.

Castro de Bagunte / Cividade de Bagunte

Vila do Conde

Fortified village that had at least five lines of walls. In excavations carried out in this town were laid bare some cores with circular and rectangular constructions, floors, walls of rooms, walls, late-Romanesque and Ceramic grinding wheels of manual Mills, …

Azurara Parque Aventura

Vila do Conde

Parque de atividades radicais, onde se conjuga o contato com a Natureza com a adrenalina de vários desportos radicais. Dispõe de atividades para todas as idades.

Capela de Nossa Senhora da Guia

Vila do Conde

Temple founded in the centuries XIV\/XV, suffered changes in later centuries. Outside the Chapel is topped by a large dome. Inside deserve particular reference tile flooring, the 17th century pulpit and the coffered ceiling, decorated with elements of the Marian …

Capela de Nossa Senhora do Socorro

Vila do Conde

Chapel founded in 1603, has a square plan, covered by a huge dome and cornice surmounted by lily flowers. Highlights the grave emblazoned Loh pilot and his wife, the tiles at the beginning of the 18th century and the gilded …

Centro Ciência Viva de Vila do Conde

Vila do Conde

Water is the source of life. This space is also subject of scientific character, playful and didactic. This multi-functional space science and technology presents interactive exhibitions in several spaces of the building. Offers library, Mini Lab, Auditorium and aquariums. The …

Forte de São João Baptista / Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção

Vila do Conde

Construction of polygonal plant, bastion, turreted in angles. Strong who served military functions until the 19th century, when it passed the only control the input and output of small boats. Inside there are remnants of bunkers and supplies. It was …

Igreja de São João Baptista / Igreja Matriz de Vila do Conde

Vila do Conde

In this church constructed in 1496, it stands out the main façade sided by bell towers from the 17th century, presenting a magnificent Manueline doorway, laced and sculpted work done by João de Ruão. The interior presents three naves with …

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Travel Guide

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Are you going to Curtas de Vila do Conde? Know where to go when visiting the city

The Curtas - International Film Festival takes place in Vila do Conde, from 6 to 14 July 2019.

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Where to eat in Vila do Conde

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Where to sleep in Vila do Conde

Villa C Boutique Hotel
Villa C Boutique Hotel

4 star

Right at the entrance of Vila do Conde is this modern hotel, overlooking the old town. The entire space is modern moth, from the construction to the interiors.…

Casa do Rio Charm Suites
Casa do Rio Charm Suites

No coração de Vila de Conde, a Casa do Rio Charm Suites é um autêntico refúgio encantado sobre o esplendor do rio e abraçado pelo mar.

Quinta São Miguel de Arcos
Quinta São Miguel de Arcos

A few kilometers from important centres such as Póvoa de Varzim and Vila do Conde, is this farmhouse with 18TH-century House.

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