Don't miss an enchanting getaway to the Portuguese Venice in Aveiro. This coastal city is a Portuguese gem, with its charming houses with striped facades, Art Nouveau buildings, canals lined with moliceiros, Portuguese gondolas, and beautiful sandy beaches.
Founded in the Middle Ages, Aveiro became an important center for the production of salicornia and salt, earning it the nickname "Portuguese Venice".
Aveiro is famous for its charming houses with striped facades.
The city also has many Art Nouveau buildings, witnesses of its flourishing economic past. Visitors can admire these buildings while strolling through the cobblestone streets of the old town.
Aveiro is also famous for its canals, which are lined with colorful boats called moliceiros. Visitors can take a canal cruise to see the city from a different perspective. Finally, the city has many beaches, such as Ilhavo Beach, which are perfect for relaxing and enjoying the Portuguese sun.
You should also definitely lunch at the local specialty: Ovos Moles, traditional cakes made from egg whites, sugar and honey.
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