A man disappeared at Costa Nova beach in the municipality of Ílhavo, in the district of Aveiro. The swimmer entered the sea and, shortly after, was no longer seen by people on the beach. Authorities were alerted to the occurrence and initiated search operations to locate the missing person. The incident occurred at one of the most well-known beaches in the Ria de Aveiro, frequented by many swimmers during the summer months.

IncidentsAveiro
Man disappears at Costa Nova beach in Ílhavo
Correio da Manhã14 September 2026 at 17:14
Why this matters
This incident directly affects the local community and visitors of Costa Nova, a highly sought-after beach in the Ílhavo region. It serves as a warning about the risks associated with swimming in coastal areas, especially in conditions that may have contributed to the disappearance.
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