The balconies at the Pousada overlook a quiet blue lagoon and provide a haven of peace in which to enjoy a glass of local wine while watching the fishermen bring in the daily catch.

You might also see the traditional “Moliceiros” boats which have high prows and are brightly painted with religious motives and are typical of the area.

The original use of these boats was to carry sea weed which was spread on the riverside fields as fertilizer.

An interesting day out from the Pousada is to continue by car to the village of S. Jacinto at the end of the isthmus and then take the small ferry to Aveiro.

This town has brightly painted houses and boats moor along the river that runs through the town.

This Pousada has 19 bedrooms all with ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, Cable television, hair dryer, locker, bathing gowns, telephone and minibar.

Facilities include bar, restaurant, terrace, swimming pool, tennis court, family games and parking.

Dining in Portugal is usually very good and the restaurants of the Pousada group hotels are no exception. They offer a variety of dishes including a selection of local and regional specialities.

Although the Pousada is air conditioned the area benefits from the cooling 'Nortada' or 'Portuguese Trade Wind'.

This is one of the great sailing winds of the world and, in the days of sailing ships, this coast was one of the busiest in the world with ships going from Northern Europe to North America, the Mediterranean or the Far East.

The wind will start while you are having lunch and cease during the evening meal.

Pousada da Murtosa -Torreira also has conference facilities.

Activities in the area include hunting, fishing, clay pidgeon shooting, bird watching, river cruises, horse riding, golf, fishing and mountain biking.

For golfers, please click here to see the courses at Miramar Golf Club and Oporto Golf Club .

The international airport at Porto (Oporto) is approximately 67 kilometers from this Pousada of Portugal.