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The beaches around Lisbon are divided into three stretches of the coastline, so they have very different landscapes and attractions.
On these coasts the wildest beaches coexist, ideal for surfing and water sports, with other calmer ones that rest in the small coastal towns.
Most of them have easy access that allow you to get there by car, public transport or even on foot from the capital.
the Caparica coast
Just 15 minutes by car from the city center, crossing the 25 de Abril Bridge, is the
Caparica coast
, the closest to Lisbon and the
favorite recreational area for locals
. It starts south of the Tagus, from the town of Costa da Caparica itself, and stretches for more than 30 kilometers in the form of
endless
fine sand
beaches
until it reaches Cabo Espichel, a beautiful viewpoint located next to a cliff.
The town offers all the services and accommodation necessary to guarantee a most pleasant stay with sea views.
It also has campsites for camping outdoors or in a caravan.
Near the promenade there is an
antique street market
where you can find the most curious objects.
On occasion, fishermen who still go out to fish in the area display their catch on the sand in the late afternoon.
Although most of the fishermen's houses in the area were demolished years ago, there are still some vestiges of intense maritime activity.
Portinho da Arrábida
Portinho da Arrábida beach.
If we continue south, we arrive at
the Arrábida Natural Park
, which is home to several coastal areas.
The best known is the Portinho da Arrábida, considered one of the most beautiful for the contrast of the sand and the crystal clear water with the intense green of its vegetation.
Portinho da Arrábida projects an idyllic image that invites you to rest, as well as having the best conditions for
diving
, as it has a great variety of protected marine fauna.
Cascais and Estoril
In the north we come across its charming coastal towns.
The closest to the center of the capital are
Cascais and Estoril
.
They are small, accessible and very familiar, perfect for taking a relaxing bath or enjoying its calm waters with the little ones.
Its coasts are connected by a promenade worthy of admiration.
A pleasant walk that will take us from one town to another in just half an hour.
In Cascais is the famous
Boca do Infierno
, a formation of cliffs that draw a marine arc through which the waves flow with force and bravery.
Cascais Beach.
Very close, we arrive at the incredible
Guincho beach
, very frequented by experienced windsurfers and kitesurfers.
This sandy area becomes a unique place to practice these sports due to its strong waves and constant gusts of wind.
Although it is not recommended for swimming, its wild beauty deserves, at the very least, a walk to contemplate the fantastic views of Cabo de Roca.
Sintra
Sintra, known for its great monuments such as the Palacio Nacional da Pena, is also home to dreamy beaches. The first of them is that of
Ursa
, near Cabo da Roca. It is not easily accessible, but the more adventurous cannot stop walking the steep path that crosses its cliffs to contemplate its fascinating landscape, dominated by the huge rock formations that make up the curious silhouette of a bear, hence its name. If you want to enter an oasis of peace and tranquility, this will be the ideal hideaway, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Those who prefer to admire the most paradisiacal surroundings should visit Adraga beach, with golden sand and surrounded by cliffs.
It has ample parking, so it becomes the best alternative for those looking for comfort.
In addition, Sintra gives us
one of the best sunsets
on the entire Portuguese coast, so there is no better plan than to taste a good seafood meal in one of the restaurants on the coast to culminate with a pleasant journey to its great viewpoint.
the surf of Ericeira
Ericeira.
35 kilometers from the center of Lisbon, is the Ericeira World Surf Reserve, with beaches such as
Pedra Branca, Coxos and Ribeira d'Ilhas
, which meet the ideal conditions to practice this sport.
And for diving enthusiasts, the
Pescadores beach
is one of the safest in the entire region, thanks to the length of its bay, which protects both boats and bathers from the north wind.
But nobody can leave the area without getting lost in the narrow streets of its old town, decorated by the
typical white houses with indigo blue frames
, which hide traditional restaurants where you can taste the best seafood in the area.
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