Local Beaches

The coast , which extends to the north and east of Cabo de São Vicente (Cape St. Vincent) is dotted with more than 20 beaches.  Some are sandy coves hidden at the foot of cliffs, others broad expanses of sand that stretch away to the horizon.   Each has its own particular charm. All invite you to discover them and to rediscover peace and solitude. (Listed below are details of some of the local beaches)           

Barranco, José Vaz, Ingrina & Zavial - Sandy coves on the edge of little bays. Calm. Tourist facilities. Boca do Rio - Stretch of sand along the bottom of a valley crossed by two gentle streams. Peaceful. Burgau - A typical fishing port looking out on the sea. Calm and family oriented. Tourist facilities. Cabanas, Velhas & Almádena - Small and seldom visited beaches. Castelejo - A beach surrounded by rock formations. Tourist facilities. Figueira & Foz de Benaçoitão - Small isolated beaches. Mareta & Baleeira - Long beaches. Tourist facilities. Starting point for discovering the underwater delights of a coast dotted with caves and hollows. Martinhal & Rebolinhos - Long beaches surrounded by a broad bay. Scenic islets opposite the beach. Tourist facilities. Mouranitos, Barriga and Cordama - A series of broad beaches separated by cliffs but with access between them. Very quiet. Murração - A small beach with a broad stretch of sand. Sagres and Cabo de São Vicente. Support facilities. Salema - Located in a picturesque fishing village. Pleasant beach. Tourist facilities. Telheiro - Pleasant sheltered beach. Tonel - A sheltered beach with good views.