The Nazarene crafts shows the connection of the land to the sea, so even are thumbnails of typical boats and dolls that stand out.
Small boats, wooden or ceramic, reproduce, sometimes the scale, ye knock in other times were the life of this beach. Also small dolls, dressed in a wedding garment or working women of Nazareth and mini fishermen, cap and briefs, are the delight of young and old.
The networks of various sizes, shapes and for various uses - decorative and / or utility - part of the handiwork of the Nazarenes fishermen.
Land of artists and skilled craftsmen, are easily oil paintings and watercolor depicting the experience and the landscapes of our coastline, as well as art (we) sailor.
The county in Valado the Friars, there are the decorative arts related to ceramic, porcelain and earthenware (with pieces of decorative and utilitarian - painted by hand), especially in Valado the Friars. In Famalicão, are the basketry, wicker and straw bulrush, we can admire.

You can also find a small shop in Sub- Vila, where you can find old photos showing landscapes, traditions and life difficult for fishermen, from 1900...they are very interesting as historical souvenirs.

The Elevator of Nazareth is a funicular located in Nazare , Portugal . It is operated by the city of Nazareth and connecting the center of the village, Nazare Beach. It is a transport of this type with the highest traffic in Portugal , reaching one million passengers per year. Offers an unforgettable panoramic view.

The Atlanticsafaris was born in the Azores and currently is domiciled in Nazareth. Directed for tour of Nature, its offer is based on activities such as dolphin watching, diving, trips to Berlenga Nature Reserve, sport fishing and water fun as jet skiing, banana and pull buoys, wakeboard, Kayaks, pedal boats, among others.
Domiciled in the Nazareth area with large marine potential, Atlanticsafaris promotes its activities using vessels meet all the necessary safety conditions. Years together with the marine environment now makes it possible to Atlanticsafaris team share their knowledge and develop different types of programs, appropriate to each situation, with the objective of disseminating the stretch of coast between Nazaré and Peniche and its natural values.

The club Alternative Sports of Nazareth (2002 ) is principally engaged in the conduct of waves of sports competitions and training of athletes.
We created the first time a CDAN membership card with various benefits and discounts associated with the trade, hotels , sports and wellness , establishing ties with our partners to create a bridge between them and our associates .

We again put to Nazareth on the route of the great national competitions , as this land deserves.

Received the National evidence :
surf Hopes
bodyboard Hopes
SUP Wave
SUP Race
skimboard
bodyboard Open
Finally, to crown a 2014 large , we saw many athletes achieve our excellent results at national and international level :
- James Farmer has won the National Runner-up Drop -knee .
- António Cardoso finished in 6th place in the National Bodyboard Open championship.
- Teresa Almeida had a fabulous year. 4 in the National Open, European Vice - Champion and World Champion ISA !

In CDAN calendar for 2015 stands out by far the debut of the World Bodyboard Circuit in the waves of Nazaré, but there are also other attractive as the new Bodyboard Circuit Center, jointly organized with the clubs of Ericeira, Peniche and Figueira da Foz and conducting a test of national and Kayaksurf Waveski circuit. Also new this year is the first championship of Surf and Bodyboard Inter-schools, in order to instill in young students the love of sport waves and competition.
The 2nd Nazareth Paddling Event will run over three days and is dedicated to Stand Up Paddle. It aims to boost the practice of this modality through a workshop and two tests of the national circuit - Wave and Race.
A stage of the National Skimboarding circuit and, as is tradition, also the National Circuit Bodyboard Hopes and the Bodyboard Open will stop by Nazareth.
Will certainly be an ambitious and intense year but which will serve to cement the Nazareth as binding site on the route of the wave sports.
We would like to invite all lovers and curious of these arrangements to visit to Nazareth and its beaches.
Here are the events of dates:
March 22
Reopening of surf lessons and bodyboard - CDAN Surf School
3 and 4 April
Step 1 Circuit Surfing Inter-Partners and Bodyboard - CDAN
9 and 10 May
Step 4 of the Centre's Surf Circuit
2nd Stage of Surfing Inter-Partners Circuit - CDAN
13/14 June
1 Inter Escolinhas Surf and Bodyboard - CDAN
20 and 21 June
Step 2 of the National Kayaksurf and Waveski Circuit
June / July
- Senior University and surfing
- Beach Cleanup
11 and 12 July
Step 2 Circuit Inter-partners Bodyboard - CDAN
Step 3 of the Inter-members Surf Circuit - CDAN
21, 22 and 23 August
2 Nazareth Paddling Event
- 21 August - 2 Nazareth SUP Experience
- August 22 - Stage 4 Wave SUP National Circuit
- August 23 - 5th Stage of the National Circuit Race SUP 2015 RT
18 and 19 September
Step 3 of the Centre's Bodyboard Circuit
Step 3 Circuit Inter-partners Bodyboard - CDAN
September 26
Step 4 of the National Skimboarding Circuit
29 September to 4 October
Round of the World Bodyboard Circuit
10 and 11 October
Step 5 of the National Bodyboard Hopes Circuit
17/18 October
Step 6 of the National Bodyboard Male Circuit
7th Section of the National Women's Bodyboard Circuit.

The Center for High Surf Income finished being built in February 2015 and had as great " supporter " Garret MacNamara . It consists of rooms for surfers, surfers teams , kitchen, facilities to study the North Canyon and Big Waves and will be prepared to support the medical level adventurous teams !

We specialise in developing athletes for being competitors in surf and stand up paddle categories, but can also provide a good time if you're a tourist!

Siamo specializzati in via di sviluppo per gli atleti che sono concorrenti, al surf e alziamo le categorie paddle, ma anche in grado di fornire ...

Horse rides the sea and horse riding stables for children.

Cavalcate le scuderie mare e passeggiate a cavallo per i bambini.

The county of Nazareth has the disposal of visitors a wide range of restaurants, which cater to all kinds of tastes, from European cuisine to exotic flavors, but passing mainly by regional cuisine. And, in the fishing village, the fresh fish is king and lord of the tables. Be grilled grilled or cooked in the typical stew the Nazarene, the options for a good meal are numerous. To complete the menu, enjoy delicious seafood and seafood, or venture to the discovery of dry fish from Nazareth.

Specialties to taste: monkfish rice, octopus rice, challenge of rice, seafood rice, sea bass cataplana, seafood bread soup, lobster stew, seafood (clams, cockles, shrimp, prawns, etc.)

Desserts: homemade specialties - Tamares, Nazarenes and sardines, are found in almost every village pastries.

Traditional market where you can find all kinds of fresh foods: fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, bread, originating from the area.

Natural observatory Flint on Nazareth coast, you can see the Green Pinhal de Leiria history, and the traditional coastline.

Viewpoint located in Flint, historical site in the region. Fishing ground since the twelfth century, and the county seat, the Flint was, then the Alcobaça, the most populated village of the region. The Nazareth as we know it today is of relatively recent origin, because, even in the seventeenth century the sea came crashing into the foothills of the Flint. With the retreat of the sea, the fishermen went down to areas of lower altitude, in what is now the village of Nazareth.

Viewpoint overlooking the ancient Nazareth area, located in the Peralva Garden. The name derives from the rock formations of white tones that characterize it. Access is by a dirt road with an average degree of difficulty. At the top you can admire one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Nazaré.

The Monte de São Brás, also called Mount St. Bartholomew, is one of the highest points of the Nazareth municipality, with 156 meters high. From there you can admire the extensive pine forest of Leiria, as well as part of Nazareth.

It is a remarkable dolomite hill rising out vigorously in the middle of a landscape of dunes, covered by pine trees, being considered for that a floral wood “island”. All covered by dark-green vegetation the hill is visible up to 35 km from land, being a seamark for sailors. Its historical and natural interest is undeniable. Once known as Siano Hill, the pre-Roman occupation of the hill was testified by archaeological findings. At the summit, at 156 m high, accessed by stairs, the greatness of the view surprises and enchants the visitors; here stand the forest watching post and a small chapel, place of a century-old pilgrimage to St. Bras, each February 3rd, in a religious and profane festivity that sets the beginning of the Carnival celebrations.
The floral interest of the hill granted it, in 1979, the statute of “classified area”. The variety of the vegetation is proof of ancient floral associations, rich in Mediterranean elements. The two slopes are quite different and the 32ha forming the classified area offer an unexpected diversity of about 150 types of vascular plants (15 of which are of Iberian origin), a great number of different lichens and some bryophytes (moss). Among the vegetal species are a kind of Holm oak, the arbutus-tree and the privet. In avifauna is possible to admire the kite and the round-wing eagle.

Nestled in the base of the promontory near the access to the North Beach for those who come from the Lighthouse, sculpted at the limestone basis, with sufficient evidences of the erosive activity that throughout the time have been afecting these structures, visitors uncovers a curious natural cave, the “Forno de Orca”, typical of a sea erosion with high hidrodinamism.

The cave is located, when the sea is calm, far from the water, being many times its entrance completely sanded. But when in spring tides, with angry sea, the waves burst in a violent way against the falésia, the water enters the cave and whirlwinds vigorously in its interior

The Naturumm is a pioneer project in Nazareth that arises with the aim of providing a different tourism. They want to take you to visit the region in an original way , providing moments of adrenaline and a lot of fun . Their drivers have many years of experience in off-road and like to share this knowledge . Their name comes from what they like: nature and our UMM 's. The UMM is a mythical Portuguese brand that is dedicated to the construction of 4x4 vehicles . Nowadays , these vehicles are no longer produced , which makes our UMM 's unique pieces .

The Nazaré Surf School services are: surf lessons , boogie boarding and stand up paddle , we also have surf trips for experienced surfers who want to learn more about our silver coast , accompanied by those who know her best , our technicians . Also the equipment hire is part of our services .
The Nazareth Surf School has the intention to teach individuals of any age group , from initiation to a more advanced level and also the competition.
All our technicians have Surfing the Portuguese Federation certified with several years of experience as well as our best technical equipment.

Nazarecar it´s a rental station (cars, scooters and bikes). They also offer their customers a special delivery service and custom collections in Lisboa. They await you the hour of arrival and departure of your flight.

They offer balanced and transparent, qualified personnel, and the very friendliness of a company that is committed to customer loyalty.

They want to serve you in the best way. Just make a reservation through their website or by telephone contact available daily.

Water amusement park. Composed of slides, children's pools, whirlpool, Jacuzzi , snack bar and terrace, soccer field and animations.

The tradition of drying the excess fish would be a way to ensure the livelihood for their families to the days of scarcity and sell in other markets. The most used species are: mackerel (of various sizes), drums, sardines, small sardines, octopus and shark. In Nazareth are two distint forms of drying: dry fish (rigged, washed and passed through a brine made with water and coarse salt, scald or open, extended and exposed to the sun for 2 or 3 days) and the sick fish (same process but it is only one day in the sun).

The panniers, where the fish is put to dry, are large wooden rectangles, which is applied fishing net, stretched to allow air to circulate and dry the fish.
It is the South Beach that we can find the Estindarte, where several fishmongers dry and sell directly to local and visiting the exposed fish.

In summer, especially in August it is difficult to find parking. This park belongs to the City Council has built-in security systems , such as smoke detectors and carbon monoxide levels , and private security , delivered to a specialty company . Making weekly parking contract is cheaper (depending the days you stay), is provided a card and you can come and go whenever you want .

Instructor and fishing guide: knowledge of the coast, the best places to fish and their access , bait fishing and more efficient processes. Have a nice time and catch a fish!

Opened in 1986, is protected by two breakwaters that make it very sheltered, offering spaces for its fishing fleet and a modern marina with all the facilities necessary for navigation. Its location, in the middle of the western limits of the Iberian Peninsula and in the navigation route that goes from northern Europe to the Mediterranean sea, torn it into a highly recommended scale. This port is feasible for vessels up to 4 m. Has no pilotage services. The radio listening on VHF (channel 16) is permanent.

You can find the basic support services to vessels. Reception, showers, laundry and tourism support.

There is an excelent restaurant ... and a special attraction for those who are fond, the ability to view the discharge of fish caught by trawlers, a small sample of their hard work, as well as the traditional and typical trade done after.

It should also be mentioned the Beach Port Entry!

The Salgado beach belongs to the mouth of the River Alcobaça - final section of the Rio Alcoa name after the merger with Rio Dull in Alcobaça - the south shore.
The beach is very long with about 5.3 Km.
The dune system wide and well maintained, gains more importance in the central area, where pontificates the Church of St. Gião.
This is an area frequented by paragliders.

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With this opportunity, you can learn to surf one of the best spots in the world, to Nazareth. Invite your group of friends or family and spend a different day in nature. The teaching method is personalized to the maximum for each pace of learning. So this session will be more efficient, secure, exclusive and more respectful of the individuality of each.

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Thalasso is a modern infrastructure that combines classic thalassotherapy treatments and the latest therapies in wellness and aesthetics. Located in the boardwalk of Nazaré, right by the seaside, the Thalasso is the perfect place to restore harmony and energy for both body and mind, in connection with the sea. The Thalasso combines sophisticated hydrotherapy equipment with the competence and amiability of the therapists, in order to provide a wide range of treatments what can be applied separately or in combined thalasso cure programs.

The Suberco Belvedere, 110 meters above sea level, opens one of the most beautiful seascapes of Portugal.
The long promontory that guards and protects the beach has at its end the Fort of St. Michael the Archangel. At 80 meters high is the privileged view of the sea and the Guilhim stone, rock hit by the waves right in front. This is a great place for sport fishing, where the more adventurous challenge the sea splashes of foam the cliffs, inviting meditation. The Barbican Fort, south, the view reaches far horizons and the village takes on a new dimension; north, one finds the wide, sandy North Beach. Beautiful and unknown, surrounded by dunes and pine forests, protected by the headland to the south, which at its base hides a small natural cave - the d'Orca oven. The North Beach is a preserved and ecological space, dedicated by nature the Tourist Evasion, to sport fishing, surfing and walking or cycling. Spared from human intervention, the North Beach allows the reunion of nature with the sea and the solitary adventure deserved rest.

The tradition of bullfighting in Nazareth date at least the eighteenth century, associated with the celebrations in honor of Nossa Sra. Da Nazaré . This lack of a square stone bulls and lime every year makeshift arenas were built on the site of the Parties, in Terreiro , near the Sanctuary .
The Bullring is now known was inaugurated in 1897 , with project architect Francisco da Silva Castro . Neoárabe of style and polygonal two floors , the square has benches on both levels , with some cabins on the upper floor . There is a capacity for about 5,000 spectators .
Each year the Plaza de Toros of Nazareth , membership of the Brotherhood of Nossa Sra . Of Nazareth , receives, during the summer months , the most respected riders in the country in prestigious races. It is sometimes used to carry out other cultural events.

The Nazareth is a lively and attractive beach and tourist village , with a stunning natural beauty. Being located on the coast Portuguese center, 100 km from Lisbon and 230 km from Porto . Easily accessible, mild climate , friendly people , has all the conditions for a relaxing holiday by the sea and the surrounding nature , taking advantage of the excelent sea conditions for surfing , boogie and paddle .

Nazaré Beach is of relatively recent origin, because in the seventeenth century the sea still came crashing into the foothills of the Pederneira covering the entire area now occupied by the beach and houses . Fast occurring geological transformations caused the retreat of the sea and the silting up of the area , leaving bare the beautiful inlet .

The first references of fishing in Nazaré date from 1643, however, only at the start of 1800 the populaçãp began to lay on the sand. The fishermen lived mainly in the higher parts - Sitio and Pederneira - since the constant attacks of Algerian and Dutch pirates made ​​the unsafe beach.

The Nazareth became known and sought after in the mid- nineteenth century for its natural beauty as well as its unusual typical culture.

Fishing, fish processing and the sale was over almost the entire twentieth century , the main activities of the population. The hardness and dangerous sea life have led many fishermen to seek a better life elsewhere. The construction of the Fishing and Recreational Port in early 80s, came change and improve the lives of fishermen , starting a new phase in the village quotidian.
The Nazareth council has three parishes: Nazareth , Valado dos Frades and Famalicão . It has an area of 83.5 square kilometers , about 15,000 inhabitants and one of the most famous beaches of the Portuguese coast.

Today, despite the fishing and agricultural activities remain in the county , tourism has been monopolizing most of the human resources of the municipality