Building of the Former CP Train Station

Although no longer serving railway functions, the building remains a point of tourist and photographic interest, valued for its tile heritage.

Building always open;

Station Shop:
Monday to Sunday - 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM

The tile panels covering much of the façade depict scenes from daily life in the region, fishing activities, landscapes, and traditional clothing, making it a true open-air gallery.

The building is located a short distance from the current train station and can easily be included in a walking tour of the historic center.

The combination of functional architecture from the era and the aesthetic richness of the tiles makes this space a perfect synthesis of art, heritage, and urban history.

Built in the early 20th century, the building of the former station was, for decades, the main point of entry into the city for travelers arriving by train.

It represented an important link between the inland and the coast.

With the advancement of railway infrastructure, it lost its original function but was preserved as a remarkable example of railway architecture from the time.

Its tile panels, produced by Portuguese artists, have become a symbol of Aveiro's cultural identity and one of the city's most photographed landmarks.