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# Costa Nova Beach Tours and Activities

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## Visit Costa Nova Beach

Activities

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#### Take photographs of yourself in front of the brightly painted candy-striped houses that line the shore behind the picturesque sandy beach.

Costa Nova Beach is a vast expanse of clean, soft sand hemmed in on one side by sand dunes and on the other side by the Atlantic Ocean. Spend a day stretched out on the sands, soaking up the relaxing atmosphere. For something more active, select from a range of water sports including sailing, windsurfing and waterskiing.

If you’re coming during summer, pack a swimsuit, as swimming is possible on this beach. Be aware that water temperatures are rather chilly. In windier weather, waves can be big, so make sure the conditions are safe before venturing into the water. Lifeguards keep watch over bathers to ensure they are safe and stay within designated zones. When you’re not swimming, simply sunbathe on the beach. Admire the views of the rolling waves or read a good book. Sun lounge chairs and umbrellas are available for rent.

For something more exhilarating, choose from a range of water sports. Bring along a surfboard to tackle the waves, sign up for a windsurfing lesson or watch as water-skiers speed around the lagoon.

Stroll along the boardwalk and look for the striking houses painted with stripes of bright blue, red, green and yellow. Standing behind the beach, facing the lagoon, these houses are known locally as “palheiros.” They once served as fishermen’s cottages before being converted into vacation homes.

Pause for coffee and a pastry at one of the waterfront cafés or restaurants. Stay around until sunset for views of the setting sun and the ocean horizon.

Find Costa Nova about 2 miles (3 kilometers) south of Barra Beach. Ride the bus from Aveiro to reach the beach. If you’re staying in Costa Nova town, the beach will be an easy walk away. The best time to visit is during summer when the weather and waters are at their warmest. Be aware that even during the summer months, the Atlantic waters can still be chilly.

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Toronto (YYZ) to Lisbon (LIS)

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### Popular places to visit

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#### Barra Beach

5/5(4 reviews)

Lounge on the soft sands, surf the Atlantic waves and enjoy tasty seafood at this broad and spacious stretch of golden sand.

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#### Forte da Barra

You can learn about the history of Gafanha da Nazaré when you stop by Forte da Barra. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

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#### Parque Infante Dom Pedro

Parque Infante Dom Pedro is just one of the places to see in Gloria, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's forest or visit its cathedral.

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#### Circular Pedestrian Bridge

You can find out about the history of Vera Cruz when you stop by Circular Pedestrian Bridge. Wander the forest and beaches while you're in the area.

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#### Praca da Republica

3.5/5(2 reviews)

See some of Aveiro’s most striking municipal buildings, including the city hall and the Misericórdia Church, at this small but lively city square.

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#### Museu de Aveiro

Learn all about the life of St. Joana, a 15th-century princess turned saint at this fascinating museum set in a 15th-century convent.

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