Things to see and do Central And Beiras

It is to be seen with the Renaissance palace (where the museum is located) and the church of Mercy opposite (with its huge baroque facade). The combination of these three monuments gives the square a diversity of colours and styles that softens the massive appearance of the cathedral. Do not miss the visit of the cloister with its 18th century azulejos walls and, with your head in the air, the superb Manueline vault known as the "vault of the knots". The Museum of Sacred Art, which consists of the Cathedral Treasure, is worth a visit. Be careful, during the priest's agape, the cloister closes for a few minutes.

An Internet position available. Friendly, efficient and francophone staff with good documentation for Serra da Estrela. Do not leave without the Municipal Agenda with the dates of the festivals. Guided tours of the historic centre are possible provided you book 48 hours before and be at least 10 registered.

Permanent exhibition on the city's historical heritage. Temporary exhibitions of local contemporary artists.

A forest covered with forest (cedar, eucalyptus, acacias, pine). Its highest point reaches 261,88 m. From its miradouros it offers a beautiful view of the city and beaches. Beware! very uncertain signage: you get lost easily. This is where Parque Aventura is the country's largest park of treetop.

This church was built by an Italian architect in the Renaissance in xvi^e century. It is covered with azulejos both on its façade (xix^e century) and inside (xvi^e century). Note its magnificent gate sculpted according to the style of the school of Coimbra early xvi^e century.

The cathedral is rather exciting, except for the statue of Christ used for processions. Just behind the cathedral, you will be quite bewitched by the driveway of a small cemetery of large vaults dominating the Central Canal.

This place is dedicated to the history of the region, and more specifically to the culture of ovos taupe and is an interactive little museum through a guided tour. Generally group, it is discovered why-of-how ovos moles, and if you want to push the adventure further, it is possible to put the shoulder to the wheel to cook this speciality of Aveiro. An informative and sweet visit, which ends with the shop of sweets that overlooks the canal.

A playful green space and a trendy spot; We decomposes in the sun by listening to the water coming from the contemporary fountain, flirts it with a cocktail, sherbet or even a meal on the terrace, in one of the four cafés-restaurants.

Climbing, orientation, canyoning and many other outdoor activities.

To better understand the biodiversity of the reserve.

This Renaissance and Baroque church was built in 1232 and renovated. She is worth a look at her remarkable medieval paintings over 400 years old discovered during her renovation in 1992!

Founded in 1875, it was the first earthenware factory to be established in Alcobaça. The company's productions can be appreciated in a museum that gathers about a hundred pieces representing the evolution of styles during several decades. The visit consists of two permanent exhibitions: "Os Trajes do Rancho do Alcoa, alusivos à louça de Alcobaça" which shows many ancient remains, and "Coleção de Cerâmica Raul da Bernard" for its ceramics. A beautiful discovery of this typically Portuguese and regional art.