Esposende | Braga | Portugal
Discover Esposende — where the Atlantic meets the Cávado River, and centuries of maritime heritage live on in coastal beauty and tradition.
Located on Portugal’s northern coast, Esposende is a seaside municipality where the Cávado River meets the Atlantic, creating a landscape shaped by both water and time.
In this visit, we explore the historic Igreja da Misericórdia and its 17th-century Chapel of the Seafarers (Capela dos Mareantes) — a symbol of the town’s deep connection to the ocean.
We then journey through the surrounding areas, including Apúlia, known for its unique “boat-shaped houses” in the Pedrinhas area, and Ofir, with its wide sandy beach, windswept dunes, and serene pine forest.
The tour also takes us to Fão, the peaceful Barca do Lago, and the scenic spot of Marachão — each place adding a layer to Esposende’s charm, where natural beauty, tradition, and local life come together.
More than just a beach destination, Esposende is a coastal treasure full of heritage and soul.