Nazaré
Portugal's big-wave capital where 30-metre swells meet a timeless fishing village.
Nazaré is where the Atlantic Ocean produces its most terrifying beauty-world-record waves thundering onto Praia do Norte-while the clifftop Sítio quarter, a traditional fishing village, and a sweeping town beach preserve Portuguese coastal life at its most authentic.
Highlights
- World-record big waves at Praia do Norte
- Sítio clifftop quarter and funicular
- Traditional fishing village culture
- Nazaré Canyon underwater phenomenon
- Fort of São Miguel Arcanjo viewpoint
- Women in traditional seven-skirt dress
- Fresh-grilled sardines on the beach
Best Time to Visit
Big waves: October through March. Beach swimming: June through September. Summer is warm and busy. April-May and October offer pleasant weather with fewer crowds.
Language: Portuguese · Currency: Euro (EUR, €)