Baixo Vouga, Aveiro

#9 among attractions in Aveiro

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Baixo Vouga is a former Portuguese subregion integrated in the Centro Region. It was abolished at the January 2015 NUTS 3 revision. It was centered on the city of Aveiro. Other major cities included Águeda, Ílhavo and Ovar. The subregion covered an area of 1,807 km² and had a population of 394,393 inhabitants for an overall density of 218 inhabitants/km². It was crossed from east to west by the Vouga River. ()

Alternative names: Area: 696.53 mi²Coordinates: 40°36'60"N, 8°37'60"W

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Baixo Vouga – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Circular Pedestrian Bridge, Cathedral of Aveiro, Church of São João Evangelista, Ponte de Praia da Barra.

2.3 miNW
Bridge
Circular Pedestrian Bridge, Aveiro
58 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...
1.8 miNW
Medieval Catholic church with Gothic art
Cathedral of Aveiro, Aveiro
47 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...
1.8 miNW
Church
Church of São João Evangelista, Aveiro
47 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...
5.5 miW
Bridge
Ponte de Praia da Barra
141 min walk • The Bridge of Praia da Barra is a modern bridge, situated over a confluence of the Ria Aveiro, in the civil parish of Gafanha da Nazaré, municipality of Ílhavo, in the Portuguese district of Aveiro.
1.7 miNW
Universities and schools
University of Aveiro, Aveiro
43 min walk • The University of Aveiro is a public university, in addition to providing polytechnic education, located in the Portuguese city of Aveiro.
1.9 miNW
40°38'30"N • 8°38'55"W
Mercado Manuel Firmino, Aveiro
49 min walk • Shopping, Farmer's market, Market
3 miNE
Sport venue, Football, Sport
Estádio Municipal de Aveiro, Aveiro
77 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.
2 miNW
40°38'30"N • 8°39'16"W
Museu Cidade de Aveiro, Aveiro
53 min walk • Museum
2.5 miNE
40°38'58"N • 8°36'53"W
Aveiro Shopping Center, Aveiro
63 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
5 miSW
Locality
Vagos
128 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...
2 miNW
Neighbourhood
Aveiro District, Aveiro
52 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.