Training Log Archive: Charlie

Up the long staircase to the upper town at Nazaré, then down to the old fort at the point, admiring the jet skis and the surfers they were towing into the surf along the beach north of town. Nazaré is one of the prime big wave spots in the world, and there was a sign for the big wave tournament this winter, with its °waiting period° from Nov 15 to Mar 31. When the waves are big enough, the word goes out and the big wave guys hop on planes. But it was pretty mild when we were there, so no tournament. Nazaré is an old fishing town with a lot of history, and a big fresh fish market. We also ate some good fish for dinner last night. I had a fish stew with monkfish, clams and shrimp.

A visit to the walled city and castle of Obidos. Very cool. Memories for G&L who stayed a night in the castle some 40 years ago.