There are a little over two weeks left until Easter, which is a very appealing time for kids and adults alike. From the usual Easter eggs, chocolates and almonds, it's a time when many people take the opportunity to take a holiday, accompanying the period of their children's school holidays.
With the arrival of spring and the sun, longer days and higher temperatures, there is a great desire to discover new places, something you can take advantage of this holiday period that is approaching. Why not start planning your itinerary now?
SUPERCASA Notícias brings you the suggestions of the most attractive destinations to visit in Portugal, so you can make the most of the season and relax in the most beautiful and suitable places for the season.
1. Castelo de Vide
If you still don't know this charismatic
Alentejo town, it is time to discover it! It is one of the most beautiful places you will visit and it is perfect for an Easter holiday with the family or with your partner. You can stroll through the typical streets, full of secular heritage, and see the Jewish heritage by which it is marked. You will also have contact with Catholic traditions and rituals, and you can attend the Easter Vigil that brings the whole community together.
2. Óbidos
Located a few minutes away from Lisbon, the town of
Óbidos is ideal for those who want a trip back in time. Full of medieval elements, this is the ideal retreat for those looking for not only a complete Easter experience, since during eight days you will be able to follow several religious celebrations, but also a cultural tour full of traditional elements to discover. You can taste the famous ginja (cherry liqueur) in a chocolate glass and eat some delicious kisses from
Caldas, a nearby town that you can also visit, discovering its typical ceramics and beautiful green spaces.
3. Aveiro
If you want a more tranquil trip, we recommend
Aveiro. You can venture out on a moliceiro boat and enjoy the famous ovos moles, typical of the region, or the tripe, which you can eat plain, filled with egg jam or chocolate jam. It is a perfect programme for those who like to escape the big crowds and enjoy the good sunshine of these longer days.
4. Braga
A little over an hour from Aveiro, if you want a more dynamic visit, take the car and go to
Braga! Full of cultural elements, art and history, it is a destination that will leave you surrendered. However, especially during Easter time, you will see the new life of the city with the Easter celebrations, which bring a lot of people to the city. You can visit the monuments and enjoy the typical gastronomy.
5. Lisbon
For a more cosmopolitan programme head to the
capital and discover the various thematic activities, from Easter egg hunts to tasting the typical folares and almonds. There are several pastry shops in the city that fill their windows with cakes alluding to the festive season and engage in the confection of typical sweets, which you can taste while enjoying the view of the Tagus River.
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