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Nadadouro
On the shores of the Óbidos Lagoon, Nadadouro combines farming, fishing and the best Carnival in the municipality.
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About Nadadouro
Nadadouro is one of the parishes of Caldas da Rainha. Home to almost 2,000 people, it sits on the shore of the largest coastal lagoon in Portugal, the Óbidos Lagoon.
Despite being so close to the lagoon, people here live not only from fishing and shellfish but also from farming. The village dates back to the building of Quinta da Foz in Foz do Arelho and borders the municipality of Óbidos.
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Nadadouro is also known for the best Carnival in the municipality, organised every year by the Nadadouro Cultural and Recreational Association.
What to see
Nossa Senhora do Bom Sucesso Church
A 19th-century church in Neoclassical style.
Óbidos Lagoon
About six kilometres long, it is the largest coastal lagoon in Portugal. The wind makes it ideal for water sports, and it is great for birdwatching, especially in autumn and winter.
Good to know
Getting there
Caldas da Rainha is about an hour from Lisbon on the A8 motorway. The easiest way to explore the parishes is by car.
Parking
Parking is usually easy in the villages. In the city centre, use the car parks around the centre and walk.
Where to eat
You will find traditional restaurants across the municipality, and plenty more in the centre of Caldas da Rainha.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nadadouro?
On the shore of the Óbidos Lagoon, bordering the municipality of Óbidos.
What is Nadadouro known for?
Its Carnival, considered the best in the municipality, and its location by the Óbidos Lagoon.
When is the best time for birdwatching?
Autumn and winter.
