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The Aveiro region is known for its rich artisanal tradition and diversity of arts and crafts. If you are an enthusiast of local culture, take advantage of the days in the Aveiro region to visit and learn from the masters, the true guardians of cultural and traditional wisdom.
Are you visiting the Aveiro region and interested in traditional culture?
Immerse yourself in a series of activities that are truly unmissable for those who love arts and crafts.
Meet and learn from the masters and artists of the Aveiro region, in different areas, from naval construction of the Moliceiro boat, an identity symbol of the Aveiro region, to weaving, painting and ceramics.
Join us on this unforgettable, sensory journey and experience the art of the masters!
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Visiting the Aveiro region means learning centuries-old traditions and experiencing a historical regional culture.
9 municipalities, one single region
1 hour from Porto and about 2 hours from Lisbon, the Aveiro Region is composed of 9 municipalities: Albergaria-a-Velha, Anadia, Aveiro, Estarreja, Ílhavo, Murtosa, Oliveira do Bairro, Ovar, and Vagos. It is a unique and charming region where the Ria de Aveiro plays an outstanding role due to its biodiversity and everything associated with it, from gastronomy and regional traditions to arts and crafts, passed from generation to generation.
The Aveiro region combines urban centres full of life with immense architectural beauty, stunning landscapes, abundant natural resources and 50 km of coastline. With a wide tourist offer, bathing, nature, and thermal tourism are the most sought-after attractions.
Traditions that last through time
Rich in traditions linked to the Ria de Aveiro – from “Xávega” art to naval construction – an architectural heritage where the tiles, the baroque and art nouveau stand out, an unmistakable regional gastronomy and confectionery, a diverse natural landscape and several excellent cultural facilities, the Aveiro region is welcoming and hospitable.
Let yourself be charmed by the local culture, traditions, and regional arts and crafts, taste the delicious gastronomy, and discover the architectural heritage of the 9 municipalities. The Aveiro region is ideal for those seeking natural beauty, history, and culture. Lose yourself in the charms of the Aveiro region by discovering all its corners.
