Explore Viana do Castelo
Be enchanted by Viana do Castelo
Viana do Castelo is the third most welcoming city in the world, according to the Booking ranking.
WHAT TO VISIT
Santa Luzia Sanctuary
The Sanctuary stands at the top of the hill that frames Viana do Castelo. It is visible from miles away, as if welcoming those entering the city.
Santa Luzia Elevator
The Santa Luzia Elevator was inaugurated on June 2, 1923. Overcoming a height difference of 160 meters in six to seven minutes, the journey on the Santa Luzia Elevator is the longest of all the funiculars in the country.
Gil Eannes Ship
The Hospital Ship, built in Viana do Castelo in 1955, supported the Portuguese cod fishing fleet that operated in the Newfoundland and Greenland banks. Today it has been transformed into a Museum Center and Sea Center.
Misericórdia Church
Located in the city center, the Church was built in 1520, inspired by Renaissance and Mannerist styles, with Italian and Flemish influences.
Praça da República
Considered the city's living room, it is an emblematic space, a true Civic Center, a place for leisure, strolling and shopping.
Cabedelo beach
Located on the southern bank of the mouth of the River Lima, with fine sand and surrounded by dunes and pine forests, this beach has a large stretch of sand and conditions for practicing water sports.
Senhora da Agonia Church
Fishermen go to the sanctuary to make their requests and give thanks for the blessings received. Among the ceremonies performed, a procession of boats can be mentioned.
Santiago da Barra Fort
Military architecture, from the 16th and 17th centuries, the Fort of Santiago da Barra, also known as the Castle of Santiago da Barra and the Castle of São Tiago Maior da Barra, is located in the parish of Monserrate.
Norte beach
Praia urbana com extensas zonas pedonais, circuito de manutenção, cafés e esplanadas que convidam a uma paragem para observar o mar, a praia e os barcos que chegam ou partem de Viana do Castelo.
WHAT TO DO
Romaria de Nossa Senhora d'Agonia
It takes place in the month of August, encompassing the 20th, a municipal holiday. The pilgrimage of Senhora da Agonia (patron saint of local fishermen) is already one of the largest religious festivals in Portugal.
Folclore Internacional do Alto Minho Festival
The Festival promotes the practice of music and dance as an artistic expression, contributing to cultural diffusion and regional development.
Discover Viana embroidery
Viana embroidery originated in the ancient costumes of the region's peasant women. Originally made from linen and embroidered with linen thread, the motifs have always reflected a rural inspiration and a deeply romantic character.
Descobrimentos Market
Market that aims to introduce the public to the habits and customs of the era of discoveries (generally at the beginning of June).
Neopop Electronic Music Festival
It is one of the main electronic music events in Portugal (usually held at the beginning of August)
Viana Bate Forte Festival
It is a festival that celebrates national music (usually held in mid-September)