Região de Aveiro, Aveiro

#11 among attractions in Aveiro

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The Comunidade Intermunicipal da Região de Aveiro is an administrative division in Portugal. It was created in October 2008, replacing the previously existing Greater Metropolitan Area of Aveiro. Since January 2015, Região de Aveiro is also a NUTS3 subregion of Centro Region, that covers the same area as the intermunicipal community. The main city and seat of the intermunicipal community is Aveiro. The population in 2011 was 370,394, in an area of 1,692.86 square kilometres. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°37'48"N, 8°37'48"W

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Região de Aveiro – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Circular Pedestrian Bridge, Cathedral of Aveiro, Church of São João Evangelista, University of Aveiro.

1.7 miNW
Bridge
Circular Pedestrian Bridge, Aveiro
44 min walk • Spanning the Canal de São Roque in the picturesque city of Aveiro, Portugal, the Circular Pedestrian Bridge stands as an icon of contemporary design and urban planning. Known for its unique round shape, this bridge has become a visual landmark in a city often referred...
1.2 miNW
Medieval Catholic church with Gothic art
Cathedral of Aveiro, Aveiro
32 min walk • Nestled in the charming city of Aveiro, Portugal, the Cathedral of Aveiro, also known as the Church of São Domingos, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This prominent church, with its striking architecture, has been an integral part of...
1.4 miNW
Church
Church of São João Evangelista, Aveiro
35 min walk • Nestled in the charming city of Aveiro, Portugal, the Church of São João Evangelista stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural prowess. This sacred site, often referred to by locals as the Igreja do Carmo, is a beacon of spiritual...
1.5 miW
Universities and schools
University of Aveiro, Aveiro
39 min walk • The University of Aveiro is a public university, in addition to providing polytechnic education, located in the Portuguese city of Aveiro.
1.3 miNW
40°38'30"N • 8°38'55"W
Mercado Manuel Firmino, Aveiro
33 min walk • Shopping, Farmer's market, Market
2.3 miNE
Sport venue, Football, Sport
Estádio Municipal de Aveiro, Aveiro
58 min walk • The Estádio Municipal de Aveiro is a football stadium in Aveiro, Portugal. It was designed for the UEFA Euro 2004 tournament by Portuguese architect Tomás Taveira. It has a capacity of 32,830 spectators, making it the fifth largest football stadium in Portugal.
1.5 miNW
40°38'30"N • 8°39'16"W
Museu Cidade de Aveiro, Aveiro
39 min walk • Museum
1.6 miNE
40°38'58"N • 8°36'53"W
Aveiro Shopping Center, Aveiro
40 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
5.9 miSW
Locality
Vagos
151 min walk • In addition to its natural beauty, Vagos is also home to several historical landmarks, including the iconic Vagos Castle. This medieval fortress dates back to the 11th century and offers visitors the opportunity to step back in time and imagine what life was like...
4.7 miN
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Estádio Marques da Silva
121 min walk • Parque Marques da Silva is a multi-use stadium in Ovar, Aveiro, Portugal. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home stadium of A.D. Ovarense. It is also the home to Ovarense's U19s, U17s, U15s and B teams. The stadium was built in 1954 and is able to hold a seating capacity of 3,200 people.
1.5 miNW
Neighbourhood
Aveiro District, Aveiro
38 min walk • Aveiro District is located in the central coastal region of Portugal. The capital of the district is the city of Aveiro, which also serves as the seat of Aveiro Municipality.