The Portuguese resort town of Sintra is a favorite holiday destination for tourists from all over the world.
Coming here, you will have access to numerous unique beaches dominated by the Atlantic Ocean with its colossal waves, strong sea breezes, and powerful currents. At the same time, the beaches in Sintra are very diverse: lovers of secluded bays, connoisseurs of huge sandy expanses, and brave surfers will find their favorite corner here.
Sintra Beaches Guide
Moving north or south of Sintra, you will discover the ocean in its most diverse manifestations:
- The southern towns of Cascais, Estoril, Oeiras, and Carcavelos form the Portuguese Riviera. This part of the coast is protected from the Atlantic winds and waves and boasts many magnificent sandy beaches.
- To the north are ideal surfing beaches with powerful waves and huge expanses of sand. However, to get there, you should think about transport — these beaches are located quite far from the city.
The coast of Serra da Sintra is one of the most beautiful in the Lisbon region, so read on to find out which beaches you should visit.
The Best Scenic Beach for Rock Formations Lovers
Near the village of Almosageme is the famous Praia da Adraga beach, with a stunning rocky arch protruding from the cliffs to the left of the beach. The smaller cliffs and rocky headlands along the sandy stretch make it one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. On high tide days, the beach can be dangerous due to strong currents and large waves, and even at low tide, it is an ideal place for walking rather than swimming. However, the view you get even eating at the local restaurant at the entrance will be unforgettable.
Beach for Lovers of the Rugged Beauty
Less popular but no less picturesque Praia do Magoito is famous for its fossilized sand dunes. Located near the city of Magoito, the beach is surrounded by steep rocky cliffs and washed by powerful Atlantic waves. Surfers love to spend their holidays in these places, but connoisseurs of less active recreation will also like it here. The local water has a very high concentration of iodine, which gives the beach healing properties; so, many people come here outside the swimming season.
The Largest Beach in Sintra
Ease of access and a long stretch of golden sand surrounded by high cliffs makes Praia Grande the most popular beach in the Sintra area. Here, you can explore prehistoric fossils in shale rocks, ride a powerful Atlantic wave on a surfboard or bodyboard, or take a dip in a huge outdoor seawater pool. In the summer months, there are crowds of tourists coming here by tram directly from Sintra, but the beach is large enough to accommodate everyone.
Popular Beach for Family Vocation
The beach of Praia das Masas and the small town of the same name are favorite places for families with children. It is easy to get here from Sintra: a bus and tram regularly run to the town. In addition, you can stay right here in one of the guest houses. It’s less rough than nearby Praia Grande and has a range of kid-friendly amenities.
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