Forte de Sao Miguel
Forte de Sao Miguel
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  • Bartonbears
    Coffs Harbour, Australia1,941 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Much to see here, even when the waves are flat.
    This old fort provides a wonderful vantage point for viewing the coast. If it's the time of the year for the big waves you won't get a better view. Inside the fort is a room where the origin of the waves is explained and another cavern honours the surfers who have challenged the world's highest waves. If you visit Nazare, you must come here.
    Visited June 2023
    Written 4 August 2023
  • Louise Masin Sattler
    Los Angeles, California1,099 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stunning Views for All - including Surfing Fans and Photographers!
    This attraction is not only for surfers but for people who love photography and views of the ocean that seem endless. Recently, this area gained much popularity due to the NETFLIX special the "100 Foot Wave". But, that is only a small part of this museum and historical site. Included among the walls are stories of surfers and local notables. The 2 Euros is worth the price of admission. Don’t forget a camera! Note- cobblestone walkways and narrow stairways -so be prepared for an unsteady walk.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 11 December 2023
  • Sharon M
    13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Inspired to visit after watching 100 Foot Wave
    Inspired to visit after watching 100 Foot Wave Couldn't visit Nazaré without seeing Forte de Sao Miguel. Now a resting place for surf boards from some of the world's finest and bravest tow surfing champions. A good photo exhibition and of course, a great viewpoint to see those monster-high waves. Just a small €2 entry fee, but a worthwhile 40 minutes spent in awe learning about the canyon that lies beneath the surface and the legacy which the surfing community have brought to the Portuguese fishing village.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 15 December 2023
  • Melba V
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Spectacular views of Surfing Sacred waters!
    5 starts because if you’re a surf fan or surfer this is sacred ground. The views were spectacular and the surf museum really cool. If you’re up for it I would recommend hiking around the area especially on the north side of the fort to see the arc and beautiful rock formations. There were no 100 foot waves that day but still some surfers in the water and still worth the side trip to see where the big competition takes place. Parking can be challenging. We drove in from Porto on our way to Lisbon. Easy enough to find. There’s a parking lot at the top of the hill. I think it’s actually free but there was a shady looking guy acting like a parking attendant who asked us for no specific amount of money to park there. We gave him a couple Euro’s and our car was fine when we returned. There’s a bathroom behind the t-shirt shop next to the parking lot too and that costs 50 cents to use.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 28 December 2023
  • katerinaholubova
    Benesov, Czech Republic11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mesmerizing power of the ocean
    What a place! We stood there speechless for more than 10 minutes wondering, how big the waves can be, but seeing just the ,small” once ( it wasn’t the season for Nazare giant waves) it was great enough. For 2€ you can enter the fort and go through a great exhibition with many great stories of the surfers who did the giant waves, the story about the waves forming underneath the surface and of course, the view! Amazing! We went there with 5month old baby and it is suitable for strollers up until the top level- there you have to take stairs.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 17 March 2024
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katerinaholubova
Benesov, Czech Republic11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
What a place! We stood there speechless for more than 10 minutes wondering, how big the waves can be, but seeing just the ,small” once ( it wasn’t the season for Nazare giant waves) it was great enough. For 2€ you can enter the fort and go through a great exhibition with many great stories of the surfers who did the giant waves, the story about the waves forming underneath the surface and of course, the view! Amazing!

We went there with 5month old baby and it is suitable for strollers up until the top level- there you have to take stairs.
Written 17 March 2024
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Stacey K
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Family
Large violent homeless group with no police presents. I am a female and was attacked and attacked and attempted robbery in the public restroom in the main square, in front of the pier. When we notified the police, they said they didn’t see it, so there was nothing they could do. I don’t recommend going to this place. Not safe for travelers.
Written 27 February 2024
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Melba V
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
5 starts because if you’re a surf fan or surfer this is sacred ground. The views were spectacular and the surf museum really cool. If you’re up for it I would recommend hiking around the area especially on the north side of the fort to see the arc and beautiful rock formations. There were no 100 foot waves that day but still some surfers in the water and still worth the side trip to see where the big competition takes place.
Parking can be challenging. We drove in from Porto on our way to Lisbon. Easy enough to find. There’s a parking lot at the top of the hill. I think it’s actually free but there was a shady looking guy acting like a parking attendant who asked us for no specific amount of money to park there. We gave him a couple Euro’s and our car was fine when we returned.
There’s a bathroom behind the t-shirt shop next to the parking lot too and that costs 50 cents to use.
Written 28 December 2023
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Sharon M
13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
Inspired to visit after watching 100 Foot Wave
Couldn't visit Nazaré without seeing Forte de Sao Miguel. Now a resting place for surf boards from some of the world's finest and bravest tow surfing champions. A good photo exhibition and of course, a great viewpoint to see those monster-high waves. Just a small €2 entry fee, but a worthwhile 40 minutes spent in awe learning about the canyon that lies beneath the surface and the legacy which the surfing community have brought to the Portuguese fishing village.
Written 16 December 2023
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Louise Masin Sattler
Los Angeles, CA1,099 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
This attraction is not only for surfers but for people who love photography and views of the ocean that seem endless. Recently, this area gained much popularity due to the NETFLIX special the "100 Foot Wave". But, that is only a small part of this museum and historical site. Included among the walls are stories of surfers and local notables. The 2 Euros is worth the price of admission. Don’t forget a camera! Note- cobblestone walkways and narrow stairways -so be prepared for an unsteady walk.
Written 11 December 2023
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jaimeelsabio
Maryland4,320 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
While one gets a good view of the area the fort is small and doesn’t take more than a few minutes to visit. Charging 2€ is nothing more than separating a tourist from their money. One can get an almost equally good view from other nearby areas.
Written 17 September 2023
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Bartonbears
Coffs Harbour, Australia1,941 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023
This old fort provides a wonderful vantage point for viewing the coast. If it's the time of the year for the big waves you won't get a better view. Inside the fort is a room where the origin of the waves is explained and another cavern honours the surfers who have challenged the world's highest waves. If you visit Nazare, you must come here.
Written 5 August 2023
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PhilFields
San Diego, CA327 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
Must visit if in the area, great photo op and can see the waves on one side and view of the beaches and city on the other.
Written 5 January 2023
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Shea D
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022
This is a must see if you are in Portugal. We drove to Nazare from the Algarve. The church is historic and beautiful. The little town has shopping and cute cafe's. Bring a coat during the month of October. The fog came in quickly.
Written 14 December 2022
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Robert B
Port Hueneme, CA527 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022
If you are going to Nazare to watch the insane surfing, this is the space to watch from. It costs a couple of euros to enter but is well worthwhile. The museum is cool but the real action takes place on the roof where you go to see "the tallest waves" in the world.
Written 5 December 2022
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