Aveiro Delights

Aveiro Delights: Discover the charm and flavours of Aveiro on foot

The Aveiro Delights Walking Tour is a unique experience that combines heritage, tradition, and flavour on a guided walk through the heart of Aveiro. This tour is designed for those who want to truly discover the city beyond photos and postcards, through its stories, people, and flavours. We begin at the Aveiro Salt Pans, one of the most iconic elements of the local landscape and identity. Salt is still produced here using artisanal methods, passed down through generations. During the visit, you’ll learn about the vital role these salt pans have played in Aveiro’s economy and culture, as well as the life of the marnotos, the guardians of this ancient craft. Next, we head to the historic centre, for a stroll through Aveiro’s charming streets. Along the way, you’ll admire stunning Art Nouveau façades, a legacy of the city’s historic ties to Central Europe. Landmark sites such as Casa Major Pessoa and the Art Nouveau Museum tell the story of an elegant, cosmopolitan Aveiro. We’ll also cross the city’s famous canals, where the traditional moliceiro boats glide by once used to harvest seaweed (moliço), these vividly painted vessels are now a living postcard of the city, earning it the nickname “the Portuguese Venice.”. The highlight of the tour is the Oficina do Doce (Sweet Workshop), dedicated to preserving and sharing one of Aveiro’s most iconic treats: Ovos Moles. This conventual sweet, made with just egg yolks and sugar, is a true symbol of the city and part of Portugal’s sweet heritage. Here, you’ll learn about their origin and production process, and even get to join in. Naturally, the experience ends with a tasting of Ovos Moles, encased in their traditional wafer shell and bursting with their unmistakable flavour.
This tour is ideal for those seeking an authentic experience that blends culture, history, and Portuguese sweets. A walk to remembre, and to savour.

E-mail to book: andreia@cityrama.pt