Tourism in Portugal

The snail procession held every year in September in the tiny village Reguengo do Fetal, near Batalha, is a timeless tradition that has crossed the centuries and, certainly, one of the most eye-catching religious processions in Portugal. An incredible tapestry of lit snail shells leading the ways of the faith!

With the arrival of the Christmas season, the Schist Village of Talasnal once again becomes one of the most iconic settings in Lousã Mountain. This year, the village presents its largest and most carefully crafted Christmas decorations ever, the result of a joint effort by local homeowners, the community, and municipal support.

Check out the main events taking place in Aveiro this year and in 2027!

Originally published in 1947, the novel A Lã e a Neve (Wool and Snow) by prestigious Portuguese writer Ferreira de Castro is an inspiring journey across the landscapes and the identity of Covilhã, Portugal's first factory city. The land of wool and snow, inhabited by relentless factory workers who dare to dream of a better future.