TOWN HOUSE WITH ROOF TERRACE NEAR BEACH IN NAZARE

Things to do: While in Nazare, there are several options for activities. Surfing is popular, both off the Nazare beach and further sout in Peniche. The nearby midieval town of Obidos may be the most beautiful village in Portugal. In July and August they have a mideaval festival. The Obidos lagoon is famous for it's beautiful views. If you prefer long solitary walks, just head north and you have 30 km of beaches and pine forest almost to yourself. You can also rent a bike and benefit from miles of bicycle paths along the coast. With a car, you can visit the Grutas Mira de Aire, a well preserved system of stalactic caves made available to tourists. No climbing skills necessary, there is a well prepared path through the cave. The tourist office in Nazare can also help with many more suggestions.

Every friday morning, there is a large market selling clothes, towels, kitchen utensils and almost anything else you may need just at the south side of the main road entering the town.

Places to see: The towns of Sintra, with the Palacio de Pena, Monserrate gardens and many more sights is reachable in a little more than an hour. The national palace in Mafra is on the way there, and on the way back, stop at Cabo di Rocca, the westernmost point of Europe. There are several busses to Lisboa each day if you do not want to drive.

You can also visit the famous monasteries in Alcobaca and Batalha, the old university town of Coimbra, the centre of glass production in Marinha Grande or the spa town of Caldas da Rainha. Even Porto is reachable for a day trip, although an overnight stay is recommended.