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In Torres Vedras, a city of around 28,000 inhabitants less than an hour from the Portuguese capital Lisbon, the tradition dates back to the 16th century. But Carnival only began to be officially celebrated from 1923, and today, just over 100 years later, it is the most popular in the country. This fame is mainly due to its particularity. While Brazilian-inspired Carnivals are all over Portugal, the Torres Vedras Carnival has remained true to its very Portuguese roots. In 1924, a year after the first King of Carnival was elected, it was decided that a Queen would also be elected - and that this Queen would also be a man. Since then, the matrafonas - men dressed as women in a crude and hilarious way - have become the centrepiece of this celebration. "Everyone knows the Torres Vedras Carnival as a special Carnival, which has nothing to do with the Brazilian parades or all those imports," Laura Rodrigues, the mayor of Torres Vedras, told Euronews. "This is a Carnival that comes from the rural roots of Entrudo." This year the organisers decided, after a vote on social media, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the revolution of 25 April 1974 - after all, a defining celebration of freedom. The figures evoking this historic episode were a constant in the organised groups of masked people who paraded in the "corso trapalhão" on Saturday night and paraded again on Tuesday along with the floats. Gilberto Fonseca is dressed in full costume, with a red carnation in his hand and a sash that says "Miss Matrafona" and gives us his opinion on this year's theme: "It's a way of remembering what happened in 1974, but it's not an easy theme, because there are a lot of people in favour and a lot of people against," he says, in a country that elected 50 far-right MPs in the last legislative elections. Satire is, in fact, a central element of this Carnival, with the many floats that parade in the main procession on Tuesday afternoon representing - or ridiculing - national and international political figures. All of this involves a great deal of time and work, according to Marta Coelho, a member of the organising team: "One of the first things we do is select the floats, which is done in September. From the end of the year, we start coordinating with the groups of masqueraders who are going to parade. Then they start creating the costumes according to the theme. We also have to coordinate with the eight carnival associations that are taking part. It's a process that takes a long time. The organisers estimate around half a million people visited this year. Video editor • Bruno Filipe Figueiredo Da Silva HomeDestinationsInterestsTop Places to Travel by MonthSearchMenuBest time to go to Portugal A multi-day extravaganza features colorful puppets often called the "most Portuguese Carnival in Portugal," is a lively celebration of tradition This annual event in the town of Torres Vedras located just 50 kilometers north of Lisbon What sets it apart is its uniquely Portuguese identity it has become a hallmark of Portuguese cultural heritage emphasizing community spirit and the joy of living Taking place from February 7th to February 12th in 2025 the Carnival transforms the town into a vibrant hub of activities The event showcases distinct traditions like matrafonas giant-headed figures parading through the streets Central to the celebrations are elaborate floats featuring biting political satire often accompanied by lively samba-inspired music and enthusiastic revelers themes for costumes and decorations are carefully chosen These parades feature a mix of imaginative floats Each parade winds its way through the town’s historic streets and satire that attracts visitors from across Portugal and beyond combined with the humorous and exaggerated themes makes the parades a must-see highlight of the event Corso Escolar is one of the carnival's main parades featuring hundreds of students from the municipality's educational institutions parading through the city center The day continues with the Mask Ball tradition in the Multipurpose Pavilion of the Regional Exhibition Park It brings together senior institutions from the municipalities of Torres Vedras Torres Vedras buzzes with nightlife and entertainment The streets come alive with street parties and local DJ sets that extend late into the night Traditional Portuguese music and samba rhythms fill the air inviting both locals and tourists to join the fun and immerse themselves in the festive spirit and PALADIN Square all feature entertainment from 10 pm to 4 am Alberto Manuel Avelino Square serves as a real party hub Visitors can immerse themselves in the celebration and participate in all the revelry rubbing shoulders with people from the parades Access to the Carnival’s main parades and activities requires a ticket or a livre-trânsito wristband The 2025 Official Carnival Kit includes a wristband These can be purchased at various local outlets such as the Carnival Official Store and the Torres Vedras Tourism Office ensures that everyone can partake in this unforgettable experience Portugal's Carnival de Torres Vedras is a celebration that perfectly blends tradition with revelry making it a top destination for carnival enthusiasts and cultural explorers alike Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The Torres Vedras Carnival will take to the streets of Lisbon this weekend on a day that promises a lot of fun and joy The Torres Vedras Carnival will “invade” Lisbon with lots of revelry and tradition next Saturday The capital will host a small demonstration of what the carnival season will be like in Torres Vedras known for its iconic matrafonas and giant cabeçudos The streets of Lisbon will also welcome Their Royal Highnesses as well as the lively Royal Embassy on a special mission: to anticipate the spirit of 2025 with contagious enthusiasm when the Torres Vedras delegation disembarks at Restauradores From there, the parade heads through the streets of Baixa, bringing with it all the irreverence of the traditional cabeçudos the iconic matrafonas and whoever else dares to join in the celebration The parade will end, as always, in Praça do Município, where Lisbon will open its arms to welcome Torres Vedras and its unique energy This event promises to be a true explosion of joy and tradition uniting two cities around the carnival spirit Don’t miss the chance to take part in this anticipated party and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Carnival that is about to arrive Read today's Portuguese stories delivered to your email Train circulation on the Western Line (Sintra/Leiria) will resume from January 5th on the stretch between Malveira (Mafra) and Torres Vedras stations, in the district of Lisbon, according to Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) The re-establishment of passenger service was agreed between IP and CP - Comboios de Portugal The company expects that “the replacement work on the signalling cables at the level crossings will be completed by the end of this month allowing the Malveira – Torres Vedras section to be put into service” as part of the modernisation and electrification works of the line IP also estimates that the reopening of trains between Malveira and Meleças (municipality of Sintra) “could occur during the month of February” taking into account the “extent of the damage at Meleças station” Until train circulation is reestablished along the entire line alternative road transport will be made available due to the modernisation work on the West Line railway circulation between Meleças - Torres Vedras was suspended “to allow work to be carried out in the Sapataria tunnel” in the municipality of Sobral de Monte Agraço The suspension was expected to last four months but was extended due to unforeseen situations during the tunnel works The Western Line modernisation project (Sintra/Figueira da Foz) is divided into two projects the first being the electrification and modernisation of the section between Mira Sintra-Meleças and Torres Vedras The second consists of the modernization and electrification of the section between Torres Vedras and Caldas da Rainha the global investment is 160 million euros We appreciate that not everyone can afford to pay for our services but if you are able to we ask you to support The Portugal News by making a contribution – no matter how small You can change how much you give or cancel your contributions at any time Send us your comments or opinion on this article Reaching over 400,000 people a week with news about Portugal Even though the weather in Portugal can still be chilly at this time of year, the temperatures are bound to rise as the streets fill with the sounds of music, samba dancers, elaborate costumes, and the iconic caricatures like Cabeçudos and Matrafonas. You don’t need to travel to Rio de Janeiro, Venice, or Tenerife to experience one of the world’s most exciting carnivals—Portugal has much to offer. Read on to discover 5 of the best Carnival destinations in Portugal and get ready to join the fun in 2025! Although Carnival is celebrated nationwide, some towns are particularly famous for their extravagant festivities. These are our top picks: visitmadeira.comDates: 26th February - 9th March 2025 Carnaval do Funchal in Madeira is one of Portugal’s most spectacular Carnival celebrations. Every year, the island’s capital bursts into life with dazzling parades, colourful costumes, and infectious rhythms. With warm weather and a lively atmosphere, Funchal is the perfect sun-soaked destination for Carnival. The festival’s highlights include the Grande Cortejo Alegórico (Grand Allegorical Parade), a stunning display of themed floats and samba dancers, and the Cortejo Trapalhão (Clumsy Parade), a playful, satirical procession. While you're there, indulge in local flavours—sip Vinho da Madeira, enjoy a refreshing poncha, and savour espetadas, Madeira’s famous grilled meat skewers. Whether for the parades, the atmosphere, or the flavours, Carnaval do Funchal promises an unforgettable celebration.  In southern Portugal, Carnaval de Loulé stands out as one of the country’s most important and vibrant Carnival celebrations. Located in the Algarve, Loulé enjoys a milder climate, making it an ideal destination for an outdoor party. But rain or shine, nothing stops the festivities—the streets always come alive with music, colour, and joy. Each year, Carnaval de Loulé embraces a unique theme, setting the tone for the parades and performances. These themes range from historical and cultural references to playful and imaginative concepts. Local groups, schools, and organisations showcase their creativity through elaborate floats and costumes, making every edition a visual spectacle. If you're heading to Loulé for Carnival, take the opportunity to explore more of the Algarve. Nearby destinations like Vilamoura, Albufeira, and Portimão offer stunning beaches, great nightlife, and a taste of the region’s laid-back charm. Carnaval de OvarDates: 8th February - 4th March 2025 Carnaval de Ovar, held in the Aveiro District, is one of Portugal’s most traditional and authentic Carnival celebrations. With deep roots in local customs and cultural heritage, it has long been a highlight of the region’s festive calendar. Locally known as "Carnaval Entrudo," the event embraces the spirit of pre-Lenten revelry before the solemn season of Lent. True to its traditions, Ovar’s Carnival is famous for its satirical floats, witty costumes, and socially charged performances, offering a playful yet sharp commentary on current events and societal issues. More than just a celebration, Carnaval de Ovar is a lively fusion of history, creativity, and community spirit, making it a must-experience event in Portugal. Carnaval de Alcobaça is often called the "most Brazilian" Carnival in Portugal, thanks to its electrifying energy and samba-filled celebrations. The heart of the festivities is a massive tent set up in front of the iconic Alcobaça Monastery, where thousands of people gather to dance to the rhythms of live samba bands and top DJs. The vibrant atmosphere, lively music, and non-stop partying make it a major draw for both locals and tourists. If you're heading to Alcobaça for Carnival, take the opportunity to explore some nearby gems. Leiria, Óbidos, and Caldas da Rainha are just a short drive away, offering a mix of medieval charm, cultural heritage, and relaxing thermal baths—perfect for unwinding after the celebrations.  Câmara Municipal de LisboaDates: 28th Febrary - 5th March 2025 Carnaval de Torres Vedras, held just 40 km from Lisbon, is one of Portugal’s most renowned and vibrant Carnival celebrations. Known as the biggest and “most Portuguese” Carnival, it blends deep-rooted traditions with a creative and satirical twist, making it a truly unique experience. The undisputed stars of the festival are the Matrafonas (also called Maria Cachuchas)—men dressed in flamboyant drag, adding humour and extravagance to the party. Another iconic sight is the Cabeçudos, performers wearing oversized, caricatured heads that bring a playful and theatrical touch to the streets. Famous for its sharp political and social satire, Carnaval de Torres Vedras transforms the city into a stage for witty and bold commentary. Elaborate floats, costumes, and performances poke fun at current events, turning the celebration into a mix of revelry and cultural expression. Dating back to the 19th century, the festival fuses centuries-old satirical traditions with Christian customs, creating an unmatched spectacle of creativity, laughter, and community spirit. Dana is a reporter and Travel Tomorrow’s Associate Editor. She graduated in Political Science and International Relations. She moved to Brussels from Romania for her studies and Mont des Arts made her fall in love with the city and remain here. She loves animals, especially dogs, and everything food related, but dessert most of all. After a two-year break due to the pandemic, Portugal’s Carnival of Torres Vedras is about to get back to the streets. “100 Years of the Carnival of Torres Vedras” is the theme of this year’s celebration that takes place between the 17th and 22nd of February. This edition kicks off the one-year Centenary Celebrations, with a program that goes from the 17th of February 2023 to the 14th of February 2024. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carnaval de Torres Vedras (@carnavaldetorresvedras) Torres Vedras, a city 40 minutes away from Lisbon, keeps old carnival traditions that passed on from generation to generation and that make this celebration unique. Known by its satirical characteristics, these Carnival festivities are one of the oldest in Portugal. In its first edition since 2020, the revellers await for a meaningful event, marked by the 100 year anniversary of the Carnival of Torres Vedras. The tradition of the King of the Carnival dates back to 1923, even though the carnival manifestations are secular. Initially, only a King was part of the festivities, with a Queen, played by a man from the local community, joining only in 1924. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carnaval de Torres Vedras (@carnavaldetorresvedras) The Carnival of Torres Vedras begins with a parade (17 February), where thousands of children present the masks they have prepared at school over the past months. In the afternoon, the elderly have their own fun, showing their masks, playing and dancing in a masquerade ball. In the evening, thousands of people gather at the train station, waiting for the arrival of the King and the Queen of the Carnival of Torres Vedras. Both these roles are played by men, continuing a tradition that started at the beginning of the 20th century. Saturday night (18 February), masquerades will invade the town. On the first night, the parade hosts the Masquerade Group Contest, where dozens of groups finally reveal their creative and remarkable masks, looking for one of the prizes to recognize their effort. The second night the parade takes place is Monday, 20 February. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carnaval de Torres Vedras (@carnavaldetorresvedras) The Historic Centre will be flooded by music all weekend everyone dancing to the DJs sound between 10pm and 4am Portuguese folk music will be played at the “Arraial Fest” stage The highlights of the carnival will be on Sunday and Tuesday (19 and 21 February) philharmonic bands and an incalculable number of spontaneous revellers will be taking over the streets of Torres Vedras The festivities end on Ash Wednesday (22 February) when the celebrators reunite to judge the King of the carnival next to the Court a huge puppet representing the King explodes fireworks colour the sky and everyone starts the countdown to the next fest Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper function of the website Statistics cookies collect information anonymously This information helps us to understand how our visitors use our website By 2022-07-11T11:07:00+01:00 PORTUGAL: Work is set to start on rebuilding and electrifying the central section of the Linha do Oeste corridor between Torres Vedras and Caldas da Rainha following signature of a contract between Infraestruturas de Portugal and the construction consortium on June 28 The Linha do Oeste runs along the country’s west coast between Lisboa and the route modernisation is being delivered in two tranches Work is already underway on the first phase which covers the electrification and renewal of the 85 route-km from Mira Sintra-Meleças to Torres Vedras within a budget of €61·5m telecoms systems replaced and 15 level crossings eliminated Completion of the first phase is due by the end of 2023 and is expected to cut the fastest journey time between Lisboa and Caldas da Rainha from 44 min to 29 min Electrification will enable local services to be increased from 16 trains each way per day to 48 although the maximum running speed will remain at 110 km/h The second package covering the 44 km between Caldas da Rainha and Torres Vedras has been awarded to a consortium of Ramalho Rosa Cobetar This package forms part of the Ferrovia 2020 national investment programme As well as wiring the route and removing various level crossings IP intends to refurbish or renew nine stations or halts along the corridor the largest single intervention will be construction of a 2 km cut-off at Outeiro da Cabeça near Torres Vedras The work is due to be completed in just under two years Trains will be able to run at 120 km/h to 140 km/h between Caldas da Rainha and Torres Vedras but IP envisages that the northern section of the route towards Leiria will be upgraded for 160 km/h Leiria is expected to become an interchange with the proposed Porto – Lisboa high speed line The Linha do Oeste has recently been added to the EU’s TEN-T network at the behest of the Portuguese government The coastal line has been included because of its role as an alternative to the busy north-south main line between the capital and Porto It also provides access to the Monte Real air base one of the main NATO facilities in Portugal PORTUGAL: Tenders have been called for the starter section of the proposed high speed corridor between Lisboa and Porto The first tenders covers Stage 1 between Porto and Oiã near Aveiro Infrastructure manager Infraestruturas de Portugal held a ceremony at its headquarters at Almada on January .. PORTUGAL: Infraestruturas de Portugal and national operator CP have updated local residents policymakers and other stakeholders on progress with the €550m modernisation of the Beira Alta railway between Pampilhosa and Guarda Award of the second main contract for the 25 kV 50 Hz electrification of IP’s east-west Algarve Line should see the wires stretching from one end of the country to the other by the end of 2024 Site powered by Webvision Cloud located on a first floor of a common building in the center of torres vedras in portugal, MMV arquitectos have re-interpreted the configuration of a dental clinic in the search of new clarity and spatial character through the application of colored recycled glass in different thickness a mass of glazing vibrates like the cadency of the rhythms of nature – creating a perception of space that is constantly mutating based on the selection and composition of the material the interior fabric creates a singular equilibrium which potentates the reflections and the vibrations of the light within the environment the clinic is composed of a summary of white laminated wood coated with white leather – giving the perception of a block of ice that has been excavated in sculptural way designboom has received this project from our ‘DIY submissions‘ feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here. AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style Although Lisbon doesn't have a deep-rooted Carnival tradition there are a few places in and around the city where you can have a lot of fun during Carnival parades Although the capital now doesn’t exploit the carnival season with many dedicated events the truth is that it doesn’t miss out on this lively party put on your mask and join in these fun-filled festivities or parade in one of these carnival par ades it’s Carnival and no one takes it lightly If you think Lisbon doesn’t have a Carnival block the collective is now representative of many nationalities from the direct collaborators and organizers to the 90 members of the bloco on the street will take place on March 1st from 6pm (Saturday) in a party that promises to last until the early hours Address: Rua Gomes Freire 161 (Barracona, in the Bombarda Gardens) Time: March 1st, from 6pm Tickets: on Instagram Address: to be announced soon Schedule: February 2, 3 and 4 Tickets: free View this post on Instagram A post shared by Baque Mulher Lisboa (@baquemulherlisboa) Baque do Tejo has been livening up the streets of Lisbon during Carnival since 2015, and this year should be no different, depending on the success of the pre-carnival on February 22, where the group will try to raise funds to go out on one of the Carnival days. At this big party you’ll be able to take part in a series of activities, workshops and a party with lots of drumming and dancing, where there will be no shortage of demonstrations of what could happen during Carnival days. Address: (Arroz Estúdios) Time: February 22nd Tickets: information not available View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rodrigo Resende Coutinho (@rodrigorc61) The Penha de França neighborhood has Carnival plans for all ages: on February 28 (Friday) you can watch the Carnival parade of the parish’s schools departing from Praça Paiva Couceiro (at 10am) and arriving at Alameda with entertainment and a DJ (at 11am); on the same day and at the same time there is also a Carnival parade for the over 55s the Arroios Parish Council is organizing a parade along Avenida Almirante Reis to Largo do Intendente Pina Manique with the aim of providing moments of fun and interaction between children from the various public and private schools the senior community and the community in general which will set off from three different points (Praça das Novas Nações Campo dos Mártires da Pátria and Jardim Constantino) will be attended by the entire school and senior community of the parish of Arroios with around 2,000 people expected to take part and parade to Largo do Intendente Pina Manique The Benfica Parish Council will be holding a Carnival parade for the first time on Tuesday (March 4) in an event that extends to neighboring Amadora The gathering will take place from 2pm to 3.30pm at Parque da Granja Banda Axé Babá will parade down Avenida do Colégio Militar until they reach Amadora Este Metro station And there’s plenty of fun on offer! In addition to the traditional Carnival parades, which this year include several groups, 15 floats and around 2,600 extras, and which this year celebrates “25 years of stories”, you can also enjoy the dances, the stage with the electric trio, the Youth Carnival Party, the popular mini-fair and, at the end, attend the burial ceremony of Santo Entrudo. The carnival parades in Loures will take place on March 1, 2 and 4, and admission is free. Address: streets in the center of Loures Schedule: from February 22nd to March 5th Tickets: free entry View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carnaval de Loures (@carnavalloures) The Carnival in Sesimbra is also relatively close to Lisbon and is one of the most Brazilian in the country The rhythms from the other side of the Atlantic are joined by some very Portuguese traditions the clown parade and the Enterro do Bacalhau From this list of Carnival parades in and around Lisbon the Sesimbra Carnival is the only one where you have to pay a fee to watch the Sunday and Tuesday parades from a grandstand with seating you can watch the entire parade along the waterfront completely free of charge Address: the grandstand is on Avenida 25 de Abril Schedule: from March 1st to 4th Tickets: on the the most famous and popular Carnival in the Lisbon district the Torres Vedras Carnival celebrates the 50th anniversary of April 25 Torres Vedras’ carnival program is quite extensive starting with a children’s school parade; two nighttime carnival parades; two daytime parades; and the Burial of the Holy Entrudo ceremony This year’s edition began on the evening of February 8 with the traditional Torres Vedras Carnival Monument Address: streets in the center of Torres Vedras Schedule: from February 28 to March 5 Tickets: on the website View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carnaval de Torres Vedras (@carnavaldetorresvedras) there’s one of the most spontaneous Carnival parades in the country with thousands of people invading the waterfront to see the entire population of Nazaré experiencing the Carnival of their land this is the time of year that the people of Nazareth most look forward to and it is on February 3 (the day of São Brás) that the Carnival festivities officially begin although the celebrations of these days start much earlier with the typical street dances and other themed parties throughout the town who will take anything to dress up in the wildest way you can imagine It’s “à troncage” they say and with everything they can get their hands on each one dresses up in the most original way you’ve ever seen which this year are held under the motto “Tá enjoade c’má pardela” and take place at various different times: we’re sure you’ll have a great time because this life is two days and Carnival is three This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Best in Travel is here! Discover 2025’s destinations The 30 best countries, cities and regions to visit in 2025 Plan your trip with Elsewhere, by Lonely Planet See where a Lonely Planet Membership takes you Subscribe to our weekly 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from the rugged coast in the west to a mountainous inland Celtic and Islamic influences have shaped the customs and language of this land which has officially been a country for more than 870 years (it's one of the oldest nations in the world) Portugal is a destination that delights foodies, outdoors adventure seekers, culture and history buffs, plus travelers who want to hop from one must-visit spot to the next Let us help shape your travel plans with this list of the best things to do in Portugal a musical genre started in Portugal that's on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list lingering songs are sung to the sound of guitarra Portuguesa (Portuguese guitar) and other string instruments all offer a chance to see a live performance and some even pair the music with a traditional Portuguese dinner Planning tip: For more range and diversity, visit Lisbon in late September to attend Santa Casa Alfama the two-day music festival dedicated entirely to fado There is more than 1000 rock engravings from the Paleolithic and Iron Age periods scattered around 80 identified sites here sugar and occasionally almonds are the core ingredients of typical Portuguese pastries known as conventual sweets Cloistered nuns and monks (hence the name "conventual") created these concoctions making use of extra egg yolks (the whites were exported and used in winemaking) and newly imported sugar from Brazil in the 15th century Initially these treats were for residents consumption when religious orders were all to be dissolved these sweet creations became their only source of income as convents and monasteries were forced to stop taking in novices Each region of Portugal has its traditional conventual sweet, with some local or seasonal ingredients thrown in the mix, such as beans in the pastel de feijão in Torres Vedras or the paper-thin, wafer-encased ovos moles in Aveiro Pastel de nata custard tarts are Lisbon's most famous conventual sweet and also the one that's seen the most variations Traditional or popular saints' festivities (Santos Populares) happen all over Portugal in June, but St Anthony's in Lisbon (on June 13) and St John's in Porto (on June 24) are the best-known locals hang colorful ribbons across the narrow cobblestoned streets and set up charcoal grills to cook sardines and pork steaks preferably washed down with a cold local beer or house wine These festivals started as a way to honor the communities' patron saints it's the perfect excuse to meet local residents The giant Atlantic waves that roll in during Nazaré's rough winters were no secret to local surfers and fishers but when North American surfer Garrett McNamara established a new World Record by riding a 24m (78ft) wave in 2011 the former fishing village on Portugal's west coast jumped to international fame Giant wave surfing has become one of Nazaré's calling cards and the view from the lighthouse of São Miguel Arcanjo Fort is one of the most photographed in town kids and grownups dress up in costumes and participate in Carnaval parades and celebrations happening all over Portugal The first celebrations can be traced back to the 13th century when some of ancient Rome's pagan festivities were appropriated by the Catholic Church Nearly every town around Portugal hosts a Carnaval parade on Fat Tuesday (the last day of Carnaval) Ovar and Loulé are home to the best Carnaval celebrations and they mix local traditions with Brazilian-inspired samba parades Local tip: Can't make it to Portugal for Fat Tuesday? There is an alternative. In Podence, a small village in Portugal's northwest, Carnaval is celebrated differently from the rest of the country. Here, it's a unique end-of-winter celebration that inherited the pagan traditions of former Celtic settlers and is part of UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. Villagers take part in the Caretos (masked men) parade and they cover their faces with handmade tin or leather masks depicting a demon-like figure and wear cowbells around their waists Planning tip: Scheduled starry observations are held during the day and night Once located at the crossroads of important commercial routes, the mountain villages between Coimbra and Castelo Branco were practically deserted in the mid-20th century as locals migrated elsewhere in Europe The dark schist stones used to build the houses were not only unique to the center of Portugal but also became one of the region's calling cards To revive this piece of the country's cultural and heritage legacy transforming 27 villages into rural tourism areas surrounded by rugged mountains The black-stone houses' traditional design was kept to honor and maintain the region's cultural identity Planning tip: From nature hikes and wellness retreats to traditional cuisine tastings, book your local experiences at these villages in advance Planning tip: The region of Vinho Verde (meaning young wine) in The Minho produces unique wine from indigenous grape varietals making it the most authentically Portuguese wine of all Connecting Chaves in the north to Faro in the south, the picturesque Estrada Nacional 2 is a 740km (460-mile) stretch of road that shows road-trippers the kind of Portugal they'd miss if they stuck to highways and freeways Dubbed the "Portuguese Route 66," the secondary N2 road is seeing a touristic revival as locals are rediscovering Portugal's longest road this school prepares its students to succeed in the four corners of the world through a teaching methodology that is as innovative as it is effective which makes available the Cambridge Curriculum the National Curriculum and even the Dual Diploma USA In pursuit of training not only excellent professionals education at the International School of Torres Vedras is marked by learning encouragement of proactivity and the development of a critical spirit We believe that encouraging discovery and a taste for learning are critical factors for young people's growth and that these are inherent characteristics of tomorrow's leaders This modus operandi is reflected in teaching activities such as oral presentations and group work from the 1st year the introduction to different languages from pre-school but also through the range of extracurricular activities such as group sports or arts which are responsible for awakening team spirit Students at the International School of Torres Vedras can choose the educational path they want to follow - Cambridge Curriculum: divided into Cambridge Primary (5 to 11-year-olds) and Cambridge Lower Secondary (11 to 14-year-olds) it's a framework for literacy and numeracy which will be guided by highly qualified and inspiring teachers; resulting in our students to thrive in their academic and social lives - National Curriculum: training offered from pre-school to secondary education based on four strategic pillars: ethics The fundamental objective is to exploit the students' capacity and potential to the fullest - Dual Diploma USA: offers the possibility of obtaining two diplomas simultaneously: the secondary one from the country of origin by complying with the national program and obtaining the 6 credits of the American program will be double certified with the National Diploma and the American High School Diploma recognized in all States and in all universities in the world Cambridge ESOL & DELF school All ISTV students are prepared to meet national goals and be able to have a double certification the English language exams are carried out by the University of Cambridge and are held annually represents an upper-intermediate level of practical English being widely recognized throughout the world Moving on to the French language, students are assessed by — DELF (Diplome d'études en langue française) This corresponds to one of the first four levels of the European Framework and assesses communication skills - written and oral comprehension and production DELE - Spanish Diploma The International School of Torres Vedras offers its students the possibility of officially certifying their knowledge of the Spanish language DELE Spanish diplomas are official certificates awarded by the Instituto Cervantes on behalf of the Spanish Ministry of Education and Professional Training The International School of Torres Vedras has an extensive program of supplementary activities where students can explore and enhance their passions without forgetting technology ( DigitalTech) Academy of Music So that young people who are passionate about the musical arts have the opportunity to develop their talents and ambitions This optional Academy uses methods similar to those of musical institutions recognized for their quality and offers learning plans adapted to the age group and objectives of each student For further information, please call (+351) 261 919 116 or click https://www.eitv.pt/en/ Archive REMODELING-RENOVATION Mercadona opens the doors to the first supermarket in Torres Vedras. With this opening the Spanish brand now has a total of 47 stores four of which are located in the Lisbon district The new space has a sales area of ​​1,900 m2 divided between the Butchery Wine Cellar and Ready to Eat sections with self-service and several options of prepared dishes to take away or eat in the store This store has 195 parking spaces and two more spaces for charging electric vehicles in line with the company's commitment to electric mobility Mercadona is also investing in renewable energy namely through the installation of solar panels in its supermarkets As part of the company's Social Responsibility Policy the supermarket will donate daily basic necessities to the Centro Social Paroquial de Torres Vedras a local social solidarity institution with which Mercadona has signed a collaboration protocol "We are very pleased with the opening of this new store in Torres Vedras In addition to being increasingly closer to our 'Boss' (clients) thus contributing to increasing local employability We are confident that the people of Torriano will find their trusted supermarket in this new space with a differentiating and top quality assortment" director of External Relations Central-South of Portugal and Consumer Associations Lisbon doesn't have any of these water parks but that doesn't mean you can't have fun in one of the ones closest to the city Who doesn’t like water parks! Since the closure of Aquaparque do Restelo, and the Park Wave in Caparica Lisbon never again had its own summer amusement park where locals and visitors could enjoy the summer with dives with slides and ramps to race your butt off grab your GPS and head for one of these water parks Santarém’s water park is divided into two areas: the indoor pools and the outdoor pools each of which allows you to enjoy various activities It’s in the outdoor space that all the fun is to be had where you’ll find a large swimming pool with two water games a jacuzzi and several slides with three lanes and two open spiral slides You’ll also be able to enjoy a wave pool a baby area and a children’s pool that will leave your hands completely shriveled Near the water play areas you’ll find a large lawn where you can spread out your towel and relax In this area you’ll find several shaded areas sun loungers and a bar with a terrace where you can cool off between dives Address: Santarém Municipal Aquatic Complex, Jardim de Cima (Santarém) Hours: every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. between May 27 and September 17 Tickets: no website the Lagoa do Falcão Water Park has an amusement area covering six hectares where you can practice various types of activities All this in the open air and with the best safety and comfort conditions for a great day out with family or friends This is also one of the water parks that has a Daily Ticket with a 10% discount on other equipment Address: Rua do Pavilhão Gimnodesportivo (Torres Vedras) Hours: every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting May 1st Tickets: no website at OHAI Nazaré you can combine nature with comfort and fun The only downside is that you have to be a guest to enjoy this park which doesn’t seem to be an easy situation at this time of year Address: National Road 242, Km 31,5 (Nazaré) Hours: every day Reservations: no website The Splash Seixal water rides on the south bank only take place for a period of time in the summer, always with great entertainment and lots of activities for children and adults Here you’ll find lots of inflatables with slides that take all the children to large swimming pools food and drink and even a tree climbing trail Address: Seixal River Quay (Seixal) Hours: every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., until August 27th Reservations: no website 10 piscinas em Lisboa e arredores Portuguese and Spanish paleontologists revealed on Tuesday they had discovered a completely new species of dinosaur which they believe to be the smallest herbivorous dinosaur found in Portugal it is probably the tiniest of all plant-eating dinosaurs found and that when fully grown would have become larger “It’s one of the smallest on record in Portugal and probably the smallest of herbivorous dinosaurs because it belongs to one of the smallest groups at a global level and because it probably wasn’t yet an adult,” researcher Fernando Escasso told Lusa news agency Escasso is one of the researchers in a team involved in the discovery, associated with the National History Society of Torres Vedras, the University of Lisbon and the University of Madrid. The new identified dinosaur belongs to the Natural History Society of Torres Vedras The”Eousdryosaurus nanohallucis” the smallest dinosaur species found in Portugal Source: Natural History Society of Torres Vedras Named “Eousdryosaurus nanohallucis“ the dinosaur found comprises of part of the tail It was an herbivore that could run very quickly and agilely with just two legs It had small arms and a long tail and would have stood about half a meter high and 1.6 meters long Last year, two paleontologists in Portugal, Christophe Hendrickx and Octávio Mateus, from Universidade Nova de Lisboa, identified a new species of carnivorous dinosaur from 150 million years ago Portugal is very productive in Late Jurassic paleontological findings. The Lourinhã Museum has a rich paleontological collection particularly of Late Jurassic dinosaurs known as the “Lourinhã Formation.” Mission Statement: to assist the integration of foreign residents living in Spain and this is never more accurate than when you establish yourself as a foreign resident in a new country Being able to quickly familiarise yourself with the culture and customs can help ease the transition during a challenging time This is why Euro Weekly News makes it our mission to provide you with a free news resource in English that covers both regional and national Spanish news – anything that we feel you will benefit from knowing as you integrate into your new community and live your best life in Spain you can forget about translating articles from Spanish into awkward English that probably don’t make much sense Let us be your convenient and essential guide to all things that will likely affect you as a foreign resident living in Spain THE four people who died after their boat capsized off the coast of the Torres Vedras district of Lisbon on Friday were reportedly warned not to go out to sea in such adverse weather conditions According to cmjornal.pt they were strongly advised not to set sail by a couple of sailors who also had their boat in the Peniche marina that they sailed out of They ignored the warning only to tragically perish a few hours later It is believed that the four people had arrived in the marina on November 1 and intended to head south they just asked us where the supermarket was and then we alerted them We couldn’t tell if they had been doing these trips for many years and if they had experience’ On hearing of the fatal outcome of the sailing trip the couple said they regretted the decision made by the four people who: ‘had made the decision to leave ‘We told them the day before that there were no safety conditions but they decided to leave in the morning’ who are said to be waiting in Peniche with their sailboat for more favourable weather —————————————————————————— FOUR people have died after being washed ashore in the Torres Vedras district of Lisbon this Friday the two men and two women were the crew of a sailboat that capsized in the rough sea Three of them were allegedly already in cardiorespiratory arrest when they were found on Formosa Beach ‘The four castaways who washed ashore did not have vests and were being assisted’, he informed the Lusa agency at the time. However, he later confirmed at around 1 pm that: ‘The deaths were declared on site’, reported observador.pt The Navy source explained that the Danish-flagged sailboat had left the Peniche marina this morning with four people – believed to be foreign nationals – on board It subsequently sank around 1,000 metres off Formosa beach in the Santa Cruz area of Lisbon ‘The alert for the accident was given at 11:08 am and a lifeboat from Peniche and an Air Force helicopter were mobilised to the scene’ A statement released by the National Maritime Authority read: ‘Upon arrival at the scene all without life jackets and in cardiorespiratory arrest’ ‘Members of the Torres Vedras Volunteer Fire Department immediately began resuscitation manoeuvres’ Searches were immediately launched for any other missing crew members after three of the four were initially discovered These were coordinated on site by the Port Captain and local commander of the Peniche Maritime Police A fourth body was found on Praia Azul later on Friday afternoon The Portuguese coastline has been under red, orange and yellow weather alerts due to the passage of the front associated with Storm Ciarán It caused waves  of between eight and 10 metres in height with some reported to have been as big as 14 metres Portugal is now bracing itself for Storm Domingos which is due to arrive in the territory this weekend predicted to bring similar maritime unrest Subscribe to our Euro Weekly News alerts to get the latest stories into your inbox Euro Weekly News is the leading English language newspaper in Spain by delivering news with a social conscience we are proud to be the voice for the expat communities who now call Spain home With around half a million print readers a week and over 1.5 million web views per month EWN has the biggest readership of any English language newspaper in Spain The paper prints over 150 news stories a week with many hundreds more on the web – no one else even comes close Our publication has won numerous awards over the last 25 years including Best Free Newspaper of the Year (Premios AEEPP) Company of the Year (Costa del Sol Business Awards) and Collaboration with Foreigners honours (Mijas Town Hall) All of this comes at ZERO cost to our readers All our print and online content always has been and always will be FREE OF CHARGE Download our media pack in either English or Spanish NINETEEN Wellington Majorettes representatives have taken part in the annual carnival in Portuguese twin town Torres Vedras The majorettes were joined by three Somerset carnivalites Nigel Phillips Torres Vedras Carnival is reputedly the best in Portugal ‘very different’ to carnivals held in Wellington and other Somerset towns lasting five days and people have to buy tickets to watch or attend the street parties It features several carnival floats which ‘mock’ the current happenings in Torres Vedras and the country often featuring statues of various leaders and politicians The Portuguese also have a carnival monument in the town centre It starts on Friday morning with a schools parade but this year torrential rain meant this did not happen and instead schools held their own parades in their gymnasiums watched by parents and carnival royalties visited each one to judge their costumes Wellington Majorettes were able to be involved as they were camping out in one of the local schools The majorettes band dressed in astronaut costumes and supporting parents were being carried away by inflatable aliens Troupe leader Sophie Brierley said: “All was fine we were then asked to go in the middle and do a performance but the children watching were great and applauded our short unrehearsed performance “We then joined in with some dance routines with them “Music and dancing definitely helps with the language barrier.” and the keys of the town were handed over by the mayor and the carnival party began Torres Vedras held parades during both day and night with carnival clubs parading in their futuristic costumes while spectators joined in the carnival spirit wearing fancy dress of any sort or the traditional ‘matrafonas’ costume - men as shabbily dressed women - a tradition going back to 1926 when women were not allowed to go to carnival and had to watch from their balconies But the men decided they needed women with whom to dance so some dressed up and went onto the streets to dance in the clothes of their wives and the ‘matrafonas’ was born The Wellington troupe took part in five parades over the Torres Vedras weekend although on the Monday evening there were so many people that it became confusing as to who was in the parade and who were the spectators The music blaring from speakers attached to lampposts became so loud that the majorettes had to abandon their instruments and dance along with the crowd although the carnival party continued until 4 am with thousands of revellers dancing around the town who organised the trip with the Portuguese Twinning Association said there was no time for relaxing in between the carnival parades because a number of visits had also been arranged for the troupe She said an afternoon was spent in nearby Óbidos a small town with cobbled streets and a castle and lots of history and there was a visit to Torres Vedras Carnival Museum where the latest attraction was virtual reality headsets showing last year’s carnival procession The majorettes were invited to two clubs during their stay where two coaches gave instruction in how to play padle a doubles game combination of squash and tennis The second was from ‘The Ministers and Matrafonas’ where a buffet tea was enjoyed before the final carnival ahead of the final day of Torres Vedras Carnival where the king is hanged and buried for creating all the chaotic parties and carnivals in the town with revellers wearing black outfits as if they were going to a funeral Any groups interested in being involved in future Torres Vedras Carnivals can email Wellington Majorettes at [email protected]. Comments Tel: 01823 662439[email protected]Follow us Further Links Owned or licensed to Tindle Newspapers Ltd | Independent Family-Owned Newspapers | Copyright & Trade Mark Notice & 2013 - 2025 Courtesy of José NevesThe body containing the remaining Museum collection is prolonged until it reaches the cliffs by means of a stone-like surface which seems to come out of the rock whose genesis of the shape – an ellipse – results from the geometry suggested by the crater makes up together with the cliffs the limits of a square over the existing platform The covered terrace of the museum bar and the continuous façade formed by the arts’ workshops are central to liven up this new public square which under the pretext of the Centro de Artes do Carnaval is being offered to the small neighbourhood and the town Architect: José Neves Location: Torres Vedras Vitor Quaresma Landscape Architect: Victor Beiramar Diniz (JLCG) Engineering: BETAR; SM&LM; Natural Works Promotor: Câmara Municipal de Torres Vedras Date: 2011 You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email Sign in/UpRegister nowWhy RegisterWORLD ATHLETICS CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPSBYDGOSZCZ (MYSLECINEK PARK) Gebre-egziabher Gebremariam out-sprints Moses Kipsiro Leonard Komon and Zersenay Tadese to take the senior mens title (© Getty Images) Litehaus Editorial Team 1 April 2024, 10:00Could 3D printing be the future for housing? Today we're taking a look at what will be the first Portuguese house "built" using a 3D printer in Portela da Villa, in Torres Vedras. It will be built by Litehaus. The company that links cutting-edge technology to the real estate sector aims to "bring a sustainable and innovative solution to the [construction] industry, which is responsible for 42% of carbon emissions". The process of creating this residential unit was carried out using technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, in an initial phase of creativity and projection, and 3D printing already in its building. LitehausIn a statement, Litehaus explains that it wants to focus on the production of modular buildings and 3D-printed houses, which consume 67 per cent less energy to manufacture. The aim, it says, is to build 100 houses a year in Portugal. "We're here to make the sector wary. This technology allows us to produce up to 45m2 of walls in just 20 hours," says Simi Launay, Litehaus' Chief Creative Officer. Litehaus"Litehaus is embarking on a mission to redefine living spaces, fusing AI technology, 3D printing and modular homes to create buildings that echo simplicity, innovation and sustainability. Our goal is to build 70% faster and 20% cheaper, building homes that epitomise elegance and minimalism harmonised with Portugal's natural beauty," he adds. just one kilometre from Faro's city centre "This is one of the largest projects in both the Algarve and Portugal," says Finangeste in a statement The project is being developed in partnership with an undisclosed international investor The plan includes the construction of 1,641 residential units «Death for me is the difference between being and not being anymore» This quote by José Saramago is apparently a good reflection of the spirit of ALBO which was inaugurated on September 28 at EMERGE’s Casa Azul Alongside aesthetic and conceptual research and experimentation the artist was driven to an almost obsessive and perhaps therapeutic output that ended up in this show of more than 50 works – the death of his father abstractly drawing on family memories (with a more spiritual dimension) and taking part in the process of mourning and honouring his father whose image once filled some of the frames featured in the exhibition This binary is explored in the body of work and further explained in the curatorial text and in the conversation between the artist and the curator before ALBO was assembled Mentioning important psychoanalytic theorists such as Thomas Fuchs and William James Jorge Reis outlines a cause-effect relationship between the presence of a body in space and time the experience generated from this intersubjectivity and the memory that is produced from it potentiating a blurring of the ensuing physical absence – «In this duality the absence of the body appears to bend time in its sensitive traces emphasising the feeling of presence through the intense evocation of memories absence can be a frequent presence in our lives and in Art.» (curatorial text) which the curator chose and means both “book of memories” (album) and something blank is a kind of etymological metaphor for the exhibition’s conceptual construct Originally intended to present just one series as it developed organically and dynamically this exhibition/installation ended up generating cascading metaphors based on the image of a family album with blank pages which in turn also rhymes with the family home as a living organism (a three-dimensional album) in which photographs are added and within which the different branches of the family tree are kept (just like the different series that make up the exhibition) This imagination of the old house with paintings (frames and photographs) dating from various eras with its sunburnt walls and the marks of the paintings that are or were there a house-gallery that stands in contrast to the detachment and rawness sometimes found in galleries built exclusively for exhibitions and whose appearance as a previously inhabited house boosts the aforementioned metaphors and transforms abstract works into site-specific works we see a formally eclectic but harmonious genealogy of series and sub-series made up of a diversity of forms which are in many cases parallel or mirrored This entire chain of metaphors and meanings came together when ALBO was put together encompassing the dynamic way in which pictures are added to a (family) house lending it a historical and organic weight that is explored in Rui Aleixo’s artistic experimentation with abstractionism rather than the obvious use of archive photography While the objects used (frames and passepartouts) and the shapes explored are related to photography not a single picture was used – Rui Aleixo refused to work directly on the source/origin referring to it only through more distant images Those who come across the images will not see the photograph that is usually framed by a picture frame and a passepartout but they may have a reminiscence/memory of that other image Absence becomes almost presence through the memory and experience of each subject as well as being consistent with the artist’s previous work strengthens his handling of the presence/absence binary and formally distinguishes him from contemporary artists referenced in the curatorial text abstractionism is partly used as a metaphor for physical non-presence and imagistic non-presence to reinforce the absence being felt with psychological and spiritual effects that bring us back to the origins and development of abstractionist trends in the first half of the 20th century Although the systematic use of different geometries of passepartouts and frames with lines and stains – almost charting the history of these objects in contrast to today’s more minimalist ones – is close to the research favoured by currents such as Suprematism which in turn was part of Russian Constructivism; in contrast to the radical quest for a «ground zero» in painting through the primacy given to geometric shapes and pure colours which meant the Suprematists and Constructivists advocated the autonomy of Art and Painting in relation to other arts and to life/the real world Rui Aleixo never gives up on the playful and lyrical side of creativity steeped in the experimentation that comes with artwork production – starting them without entirely knowing how they will turn out This feature and the reminiscences of reality and memory present in ALBO’s works seem to be closer where a greater balance can be seen between exploring the means of Painting and what could be adapted to that language from other arts and fields between abstract forms and spiritual qualities even if the expression that will provide the best connection is the abstract one Aleixo’s work can also be equated with certain Surrealist premises the presence and absence of the body in the subconscious and the inner depth reflected in the abstract forms – the relationship between what is painted on the canvas there is a movement from the interior to the exterior which evidently implies a strong subjective character and whose focus is not on using figuration or abstraction the “interior” corresponds to the spiritual with philosophical and other ramifications and there is a passage from the artist’s inner urges to the exterior of their materialisation on the canvas and equally a bridge from the outside to the inside which happens when the pictorial work is perceived by the viewer this theory strives to attain a kind of universalism born of the different subjectivities of the artist and the audience taking us back to the intersubjectivity championed by Kantian aesthetic theory and referred to at the beginning of this article where shapes and colours trigger psychological and spiritual effects on their own using the eye’s language to communicate to the spirit the resonance and vibrations of what it observes Like Kandinsky’s research and experimentation Aleixo has dealt with several issues in his search for the essential nature of art and its progressive detachment from the figurative using different materials to examine the medium of painting such as glass and the passepartouts and frames themselves (from several eras and formats) used as a support for creating and no longer a simple ornament of memory – of what was there before The resulting geometric shapes – among them circles rectangles and the ever-recurring oval shape – result in variations with rhyming between the works on show but also with works from the artist’s previous series and generating a balance between geometry and an organic side one example of such is the sub-series that stands out the most in the exhibition and has its own room whose concept arises from the print of a rose and is based on showing nature without actually having it there – the foliage was used as masks once more reinforcing the idea of absence and referring to the dried leaves and flowers kept in the albums we can also find the overlapping of pre-existing images in small oval frames with new images designed by the artist three plastic sleeves above the human scale with geometric designs reminiscent of the almost transparent and protective leaves of the albums The visual poetry of ALBO, by Rui Aleixo, is on show until October 28, at EMERGE’s Casa Azul. 1990) lives in her hometown and has been transiting between Torres Vedras and Lisbon After a brief incursion into design at FBAUL she graduated in Art History (FCSH - UNL) and finished the master's degree in Management and Cultural Studies (ISCTE-IUL) with the dissertation “«Inter-arts» organizations: innovation or reinvention The case of Cooperativa de Comunicação e Cultura” It was in this cultural association that she began her professional career which includes working in organizations of various artistic areas from the visual arts (at CCC) to cinema (at Leopardo Filmes) passing through performing arts such as music animation cinema and theater (at Bang Venue and In Impetus - Acting School) support for communication and the management of cultural projects’ applications for financial support Subscribe to the Newsletter (EN Version)! I accept the Privacy Policy Subscribe Umbigo in the municipality of Torres Vedras during the Ciaran storm on November 3 Lisbon: The body of a fourth person has been found after a sailing boat capsized and ran aground on a beach in central Portugal The Danish-flagged pleasure boat capsized on Friday around a kilometre off one of the beaches at Santa Cruz around 60 kilometres (37 miles) north of Lisbon The boat was hit by the strong swells caused by Storm Ciaran which killed more than a dozen other people across Europe The first three victims were found dead on the shore and were not wearing life jackets The body of a second woman was found inside the wrecked boat Portuguese Navy spokesman Jose Sousa Luis told AFP on Saturday a 56-year-old man and the two women aged 46 and 61 adding that the nationality of the fourth victim Although Portugal was not directly affected by the storm the central and northern coastal regions had been put on a red alert due to the rough seas with waves exceeding seven metres (23 feet) in height named Domingos by the Spanish meteorological agency was due to pass off Portugal on Saturday and Sunday with waves that could reach up to nine metres high Summer is approaching and everyone is already thinking about which beaches they should visit this season The first thought that enters our minds when the weather begins to warm up a little bit is going to the beach for the day But the good news is that there are a few guarded beaches that do allow pets According to the law, “it is essential to guarantee the hygiene, health, well-being, and safety of animals, as well as insurance in the case of dogs of potentially dangerous breeds”. As the Consumer Protection (DECO) explains in order for your dog to enter a beach it must “have a chip and be properly legal” It is also recommended that the keeper possess the Companion Animal Identification Document (DIAC) or Companion Animal Passport (PAC) do remember that collecting the animal's waste is mandatory and carrying bags for this purpose is highly recommended A list of pet-friendly beaches, shared by Forever Young 1. Praia do Porto da Areia Norte - Peniche: Established in August 2016 this beach was the nation's first swimming location to permit dogs to access a beach The beach features waste collection bag dispensers and written guidelines for the dog’s owners to follow 2. Praia do Coral - Viana do Castelo: Praia do Coral in Viana do Castelo is a long sandy beach with few waves since it is situated between two jetties This pet-friendly beach opened in June 2017 3. Praia Suave Mar - Esposende: The large sandy beach of Praia Suave Mar in Esposende was opened in July 2018 as part of the Municipal Strategic Plan for the Promotion of Animal Welfare in the municipality 4. Praia da Ramalha Sul - Esposende: The second beach in the area to permit dogs on the sand is Praia da Ramalha Sul in Esposende Waste bag dispensers and dog drinking fountains are also available at this beach 5. Praia das Amoreiras - Torres Vedras: This beach located in Torres Vedras was designated as a pet-friendly area in 2021 and now has water fountains and compact dog kennels in a variety of colours for four-legged companions to benefit from Credits: Unsplash; Author: greg-jenkins; 6. Praia dos Pescadores - Oeiras: This beach which has been designated as pet-friendly since June 2020 and a designated space for individuals who are spending the day at the beach with their dogs 7. Praia das Furnas (Rio) – Vila Nova de Milfontes: Praia das Furnas (in the river area) is the only pet-friendly beach below Greater Lisbon 8. Praia do Brito – Vila Nova de Gaia: This northern beach stands out for having fun obstacles for the dogs to enjoy The beach has been designated as a pet-friendly beach since 2022 Keep in mind that there are regulations in place regardless of whether the beaches allow pets or not Dogs are typically not allowed on concessioned beaches during the bathing season As DECO advises it is a good idea to check the signage at the entry or read the notice for the beach if you are planning to visit a specific beach “non-licensed beaches can be visited by dogs throughout the year as long as there is no signage from the city council indicating otherwise” dogs must be on a collar (indicating the name and contact details of the keeper) or on a harness requirements that are cumulative in the case of dogs of potentially dangerous breeds” DECO explains dogs are required to carry a muzzle and be accompanied by the keeper” grab your dog and go on and try one of these pet-friendly beaches leave the s**t for the tourists to complain about! Any wooden walkway on a beach is a public footpath so don't let foreigners tell you where you can walk! Today's print edition Home Delivery Portuguese revelers portray Russian President Vladimir Putin President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as sharks in a yearly carnival famed for its political satire to parade and party through the streets of the town of Torres Vedras which closes down every year for a five-day celebration that organizers expect to draw 350,000 people.googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1499653692894-0'); }); we can't go without carnival!" said Afonso who was dressed as a maid looking after a baby "The carnival in Torres is the most Portuguese there is." there is a figure of German Chancellor Angela Merkel as a mermaid The heads of Putin and Kim are attached to the bodies of sharks holding knives and forks President Donald Trump also appears with a shark's body and is held fast by Neptune One has another figure of Trump sitting on a toilet shaped like the planet earth Behind him is an angry Kim Jong Un holding a rocket "We have a great variety of originality," said Cesar Costa "This is a carnival about political and social satire." 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