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Forte de São Miguel Arcanjo
- heritage
Estrada do Farol
2450-065, Nazaré
At the far end of the Sítio Promontory, overlooking the North beach, King Sebastian ordered the construction of the São Miguel Fortress in 1577 to defend the cove from pirates. It was later rebuilt by order of Philip II in 1600. Its current layout was commissioned by King John IV during the restoration of the monarchy. Triangular in shape, it has a bastion at each corner, a sloping wall at the bottom, and, internally, features a parade ground on the second floor and casemates opening through several semicircular arches. Since 1903, a lighthouse with a luminous range of 15 miles …
Lagoa de Valado de Frades
- beach
- country
Lagoa de Valado de Frades
2450, Valado dos Frades
A small lagoon nestled in the dense pine forest of Leiria, near the village of Valado dos Frades. A little-known refuge where you can cool off in complete tranquility.
Ascensor da Nazaré
- heritage
Rua do Elevador
2450-065, Sítio
The funicular railway connects the lower part of Nazaré to Sítio, covering a total of 318 meters. It was inaugurated in 1889, as the difficulty of access to Sítio always hampered the development of the area and the settlement of its inhabitants. In 1963, after a major accident, it was out of service for several years, returning to service in 1968. In the 21st century, the carriages were renovated for greater comfort and safety for the more than one million users who use this means of transport annually.
Norpark
- leisure
Estrada da Praia do Norte
2450-065, Nazaré
Norpark is located next to Praia do Norte, in Sítio da Nazaré, and offers a wide range of water activities and entertainment. Water slides, a giant jacuzzi, a semi-Olympic swimming pool, a water aerobics pool, a children's pool, all within a 30,000 m² park, with 7,000 m² of lawn, not to mention the constant supervision of lifeguards and security personnel. In addition to water activities, Norpark also offers entertainment such as aerobics, funk and hip-hop, Latin rhythms, sports and adventure, as well as aerobics, football, and handball. The facilities are also prepared to host events such as company parties, weddings, …
Museu Dr. Joaquim Manso
- heritage
Rua Dom Fuas Roupinho - Sítio da Nazaré
2450-065, Nazaré
Housed in an early 20th-century building, the former residence of the writer who gives it its name, this museum is essentially regional in character, featuring very heterogeneous collections and temporary exhibitions. The collection encompasses ethnography, archaeology, painting, sculpture, and photography. Within this space are objects from the Paleolithic period to the present century, which primarily depict the maritime life of Nazaré, the history of the town, and the Marian devotion to Our Lady of Nazaré.
Cine-Teatro da Nazaré
- art
Rua Doutor Rui Rosa
2450-170, Nazaré
A cultural space located in the old centre of the town of Nazaré. It is a modern cultural infrastructure that was intervened in 2002. Currently, it is the best spot in Nazaré for theatre, music, dance and cinema sessions as well.
Taberna d'Adélia
- food & drink
Rua das Traineiras, 12 - Edifício Estiva
2450-196, Nazaré
Snaking through the narrow streets of the historic center of Nazareth, make sure to run into this restaurant, cosy atmosphere, even if divided among the paraphernalia of the sea, which justifies the innkeeper tom, and a second room, more modern city. Different spaces, but guaranteed the same kitchen, high level. The menu presents a wide variety of dishes, among which are the seafood and fresh fish from the fish market, prepared on the barbecue or in regional recipes. Cataplana, stews and a nice seafood Burrito, guarantee the success of the House.
Miradouro do Forte São Miguel Arcanjo
- country
- leisure
Estrada do Farol
2450, Nazaré
A belvedere located in the extremity of the Promontório do Sítio, that falls abruptly to the sea, where one finds the Fortress of São Miguel Arcanjo, whose construction was ordered by Dom Sebastião, in 1577, for the defense of the bay from the algerian, moroccan and normand pirates. To the east there are views of the Salgado beach and, to the west, of the town of Nazaré and the Norte beach.
Ohai Nazaré Outdoor Resort
- hotels
EN242, km 31
2450-138, Nazaré
Perto da Praia da Nazaré e da Praia do Norte, este fantástico resort disponibiliza bungalows, apartamentos e um parque de campismo num amplo parque verde de pinheiros. Destaque para as piscinas exteriores, parque aquático, parque infantil e piscina interior.
Ohai Nazaré Outdoor Resort
- hotels
EN242, km 31
2450-138, Nazaré
Perto da Praia da Nazaré e da Praia do Norte, este fantástico resort disponibiliza bungalows, apartamentos e um parque de campismo num amplo parque verde de pinheiros. Destaque para as piscinas exteriores, parque aquático, parque infantil e piscina interior.