Religious site
Ermida da Memória da Nazaré
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Perched on a dramatic cliff overlooking Nazaré, the Ermida da Memória is a tiny 12th-century chapel built to commemorate the apparition of Our Lady of Nazaré to a local knight. Visitors come to see the simple stone interior, the iconic statue of the Virgin, and the breathtaking panoramic view of the town and ocean. The chapel is a peaceful pilgrimage site, often less crowded than the nearby Sanctuary, and provides a direct connection to the legend that shaped Nazaré's identity.
Don't miss
- The small, weathered stone chapel with its single bell tower
- The statue of Our Lady of Nazaré inside, central to local devotion
- The sweeping view of Nazaré's coastline and the Atlantic from the cliff
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Ermida da Memória da Nazaré
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inLisboa: Tour Fátima, Nazaré, Óbidos & Batalha – Full Day4.9★ · 20 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$41 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFátima, Nazaré and Óbidos Small-Group Day Trip from Lisbon4.7★ · 3,576 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$75 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleTour Nazaré Óbidos from Lisbon5★ · 25 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$287 per personSee dates →More attractions in Nazare