Some of the best beaches in Figueira da Foz

Figueira da Foz, so named because it is located at the mouth of the Mondego River, is one of the main summer resorts in the central region. Cosmopolitan and full of life, it has gained importance since the late 19th century, when “going to the baths at Figueira” was a habit among the aristocracy of central Portugal. Figueira da Foz has a wide range of hotels, a casino founded in 1900, and an excellent beach with a huge sandy shore that offers ideal conditions for water sports, hosting sailing and motorboat championships.

In the surrounding area, it is worth climbing the Serra da Boa Viagem and enjoying the view from the Miradouro da Vela, where you can see the city and the Mondego salt pans, and on clear days you can see the coastline as far as the Berlengas Islands. But Figueira da Foz has always been, and continues to be, known and famous for its high-quality beaches, which are very suitable for family vacations. These are some of the best beaches in Figueira da Foz.


 Buarcos Beach

Cabo Mondego is an extension of the Serra da Boa Viagem mountains into the sea, protecting the extensive sandy beach of Buarcos from strong north winds, making the sea calmer and ideal for windsurfing.
Once a quiet fishing village, tourism is now the main activity in Buarcos, a lively town that opens onto the sea along Avenida Marginal, where there is constant hustle and bustle. It is an urban beach with a long stretch of sand and very characteristic waves, appreciated by surfing and windsurfing enthusiasts.


Cabedelo Beach

Cabedelo Beach is located very close to the mouth of the river and offers vacationers a privileged view of the city of Figueira. With a protected dune area, it combines the beauty of the sea with the beauty of the surrounding vegetation in one place.

Access is via wooden walkways that protect the dunes and at the same time allow greater comfort when reaching the beach. At Cabedelo, you will find an immense stretch of sand where you can find that space just for yourself.


Praia do Relógio

Praia do Relógio is a beach in São Julião da Figueira da Foz, very popular with young people and tourists. Nearby is the 16th-century Santa Catarina Fort. To reach this beach, you will have to walk along wooden walkways that lead to the sea. The beach has a very cheerful atmosphere, thanks to the colorful hats and hammocks. From here, you can enjoy a wonderful sunset.

Various sporting events are held on this beach, usually beach soccer. The area also has nightlife and is the setting for gymnastics and extreme sports activities. In the surrounding area, there are many quality restaurants with good menus, hotels, and the Figueira Casino.


Teimoso Beach

Teimoso Beach belongs to the urban front of the town of Vais. The sandy beach is very long and not very wide. The bathing area is full of rocky slabs. This beach is known for the Aquaparque Teimoso water park, located just 50 meters away.

The parking lot meets the support needs. Access is via a staircase next to Avenida Dom João II.

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