An incredibly beautiful small fishing village, Ericeira has become a unique world known surf destination. Come discover this iconic beach during your tour in Portugal!
For the surf lovers, the first destination will be Ribeira d’Ilhas, a favorite beach for surfers. Considered the Mecca of European Surf, it is a beach everyone should visit.
If you enjoy history and the past of Portugal, you can’t miss Praia dos Pescadores. A gorgeous place, frequent by bathers and a main characteristic of Ericeira, it was the center stage of historic events. After the murder of King Dom Carlos and Dom Luís, his son and heir to the throne, in 1908, the royal family was forced to leave. It was on this beach on October 5th 1910, that the last members of the Portuguese royal family escaped to their exile.
Ericeira is known for its picturesque beauty and you must wander the charming streets during your private tour in Portugal. Visit the churches, like Ermida de São Sebastião, with its plain exterior and a tile-covered interior, as well as São Pedro da Ericeira church, an important place in this village. End your visit in a terrace or in the sand while observing the sun setting into the Atlantic Ocean.
The proximity to the sea and the essential role of fishing contribute to the delicious fish and seafood you can find in Ericeira. You must try your favorite seafood, the lobster ‘açorda’ or the grilled fresh fish. Have you heard of ‘Caneja da Infundice’? This dish is unique in the country and it’s not meant for those with a weak stomach! Typical of Ericeira, a type of dogfish is seasoned with salt, wrapped and left in a dark place without windows for 5 days. Its strong odor is the dish’s main characteristic. Discover this exclusive traditions that you can find in Portugal!
Ericeira also has a privileged location, combining its seaside charm with a short distance from Lisbon and many other wonderful destinations such as Sintra, Óbidos or Nazaré.
Set on to discover Ericeira during your private tour with Portugal Premium Tours and get to know this place that was nominated as one of Europe’s best ‘small destinations’!
