Águeda

The municipality of Águeda is located in the district of Aveiro, Beira Litoral Region, with its origins dating back to 370 BC and its foundation attributed to the Celts, Turduli, and Greeks. In addition to its built heritage, be sure to take a boat trip on the Pateira Lagoon, the largest lagoon in the Iberian Peninsula, covering 525 hectares and connecting to the Cértima, Águeda, and Vouga rivers. Typical regional crafts include stoneware, lace, cooperage and tinware objects, and faience painting. In gastronomy, roast suckling pig is a hallmark of the region, and rabbit "à moda de Águeda" (Águeda-style), goat, and "albardado" or "à Ribeirinho" codfish also deserve attention. The typical sweets are tempting: Águeda pastries, "barrigas de freira", "fuzis", "sequilos", "cavacas", "suspiros", and São Pedro cake.

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Where to Eat the Best Suckling Pig in Portugal

Inescapable on every visit to the Bairrada region, of which it is a trademark, the piglet has conquered new lands and c…

Where to eat in Águeda

Where to sleep in Águeda

In Gold Hotel & Spa
In Gold Hotel & Spa

4 star

O In Gold Hotel & Spa, em Águeda, destaca-se pela arquitetura contemporânea e pela sua fachada principal preenchida com painéis fotovoltaicos. Oferece 83 quart…

HMB Fermentelos Hotel
HMB Fermentelos Hotel

Space overlooking the Lagoa da Pateira, with familiar atmosphere, featuring 42 rooms, two meeting rooms and a restaurant.

Residencial Hotel Celeste
Residencial Hotel Celeste

This accommodation is decorated with great simplicity and reveals a careful presentation. Overlooks the countryside and tranquil surroundings.

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