The Costa de Prata is a coastal region located between Lisbon and Porto.
Crossing this means passing through charming and peaceful towns, some modern and populous, others traditional, each with its own history.
The basis of the Costa de Prata’s gastronomy is fresh fish (sardines, mackerel and sea bream) and seafood.
With an average of 273 days of sunshine and only 93 of rain, the Costa de Prata region is excellent for those who enjoy sunny days.
A Must-See (from north to south)
Aveiro and Costa Nova
Costa Nova is a coastal area just 10 minutes by car from the city of Aveiro. The city is known as the Portuguese Venice because it is crossed by saltwater canals, where the region’s typical boats sail.
In Costa Nova, in addition to fantastic beaches, you can enjoy the colorful striped houses, one of the symbols of this region.
Figueira da Foz
In addition to beaches with extensive sandy areas, this city offers unique views of the sea and the city from the Serra da Boa Viagem viewpoint.
Nazaré
This city is known for its extensive beach, fish, and seafood cuisine, and the giant waves that form in the Nazaré Canyon.
But also, through the auctions of women wearing the seven skirts (traditional costume of the city).
Another of the city’s landmarks is the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Nazaré, which offers a unique view of the sea and the city.
Baleal
A small peninsula of narrow streets made up of traditional houses, painted white, blue, and yellow, connected to the land by a narrow road, sometimes covered in sand.
In addition to enjoying the beach and practicing water sports, you can enjoy the fabulous views of the sea.
Peniche
Peniche is a peninsula with around 10 km in perimeter, whose main attraction, in addition to the beach and gastronomy, is the Cabo Carvoeiro, where you can see the Berlengas archipelago, which is made up of uninhabited microislands. You can visit these islands.
