Art and tradition
A unique heritage of cultural goods
Visiting Espinho is time travel. A young and modern city that does not forget its memories and roots. It was due to Xávega Art that the villages arose by the sea, so this art has been rooted in the county since ever. We may also assure that it is part of the identity both of the municipality and an important part of its population.
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View MoreXávega, the art of dragging
Xávega, the art of dragging is used on this beach.The net is formed by a finer mesh where fish is trapped. The boat go into the sea, leaving the end of a rope on land, and when it is 3 or 4 km from the coast, the net is thrown.After this operation, fishermen return to the coast, bringing the other end of the rope on the boat. They join the two rope ends and pull the boat with oxen or tractors,... -
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View MoreWeekly Market – Espinho’s Fair
Since 1894, on the 1st and 16th of each month, a biweekly market was held in Espinho. Due to population growth, it has become weekly and today is one of the largest weekly markets in the country.Whether you are a tourist or not, if you are one of those people who love visiting traditional markets and fairs, then come to the famous and antique Espinho Market.It is held every Monday throughout... -
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View MoreCapela’s Violins
The construction of violins in the district dates from 1924 with the artist Domingos Capela and for his own use. It starts with so much art and dedication that takes him to be known worldwide.