Costa Nova
- Known for:
- striped fishermen's houses, beaches, seafood
- Time needed:
- 1 day
- From Lisbon:
- 2.5–3 hours by car
- From Porto:
- 1 hour by car
- Fun fact(s):
- The colourful striped houses were originally used by fishermen to store fishing equipment
- Visit nearby:
- AveiroVista Alegre
About
Costa Nova is an “accidentally Wes Anderson” seaside gem near Aveiro, famous for its colorful striped houses, fantastic seafood and an endless beach.
The village sits between the Aveiro Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean, making it a great place to combine a walk through the colourful streets with a visit to the long sandy beach.
The palheiros were originally built by local fishermen to store boats and fishing equipment. Over time, they became summer houses and one of the defining symbols of Costa Nova.