Things to do in Nazaré

Cities & Villages

The 7 skirts of Nazaré

It is not easy to determine with certainty the origin of the custom of the seven skirts worn by the women of Nazaré.  (...)

Religion & Spirituality

Varanda de Nazaré

In 2026, the religious and artistic festival "Varanda de Nazaré" celebrates its 16th anniversary. Organised by popular Brazilian singer Fafá de Belém, this event became a milestone of the century-old Círio de Nazaré, held every year in October in Belém (...)

Religion & Spirituality

Círio de Nazaré in Belém do Pará

Held for over 200 years, the Círio is a magnificent display of faith and devotion to Our Lady of Nazaré that takes place in Belém do Pará, Brazil.  (...)

Religion & Spirituality

The cult of Our Lady of Nazaré

The devotion to Our Lady of Nazaré is one of the oldest Marian devotions in Portugal, with over 800 years of history and uninterrupted devotion. “Sítio” is the spiritual heart of the veneration of Our Lady of Nazaré. (...)

Religion & Spirituality

The Black Virgin of Nazaré

Despite some scepticism, the Lady of Nazaré forms part of the intriguing tradition of the ‘black virgins’ – depictions of the Virgin Mary with dark skin – which have appeared throughout Europe since the Middle Ages. The best-known Portuguese Black (...)

Nature & Outdoors

Sea

The sean runs in Portuguese veins since the beginning of time. It has inspired Portuguese poets and writers of all generations and triggered the Portuguese Discoveries. The sea is the leitmotif to read the Portuguese nostalgia and melancholic soul, as (...)

Shopping

Couples Experience®

The Nazaré-based jewellery brand MIL Jewellery has launched a deeply innovative concept which is at the same time a once-in-a-lifetime experience: grooms create their own wedding rings! Ladies and gentlemen: this is Couples Experience®! (...)

Beaches & Surf

The power of nature

Nazaré is the finest example of the relentless power of Mother Nature. The giant wave surfed by Hawaiian surfer Garret McNamara on November 1st 2011 has changed the fate of this charming fishing town. Nowadays, the whole economy of Nazaré (...)

Cities & Villages

From Nazaré to Peniche

We say goodbye to the unique classical charm of Figueira da Foz and head to a once small fishing town that became a major surf Mecca, Nazaré. (...)

Beaches & Surf

The (grand) Canyon

Nazaré is the finest example of the relentless power of Mother Nature. The giant wave surfed by Hawaiian surfer Garret McNamara on November 1st 2011 has changed the fate of this charming fishing town. Nowadays, the whole economy of Nazaré (...)

Beaches & Surf

West Coast Beaches of Center of Portugal: Surf, Nature and Hidden Gems

Explore the amazing beaches of Portugal's Silver Coast! Wild and scenic beaches along Portugal's thrilling west coast amidst welcoming coastal towns and mandatory gastronomic spots by the sea. Hand in hand with some of the most spectacular surf beaches in (...)

Beaches & Surf

Beaches of Nazaré

Discover the incredible sandy beaches in the region of Nazaré. The perfect destination for your Summer vacations ! (...)