Portugal is a prime destination for surfing, with a coastline that offers great waves all year round, making it a 365 days a year activity.
The diversity of natural conditions and an exceptional climate make it accessible to surfers of all levels, from beginners to pros. With so many spots close to each other, it’s said that there’s no other coastline in the world with such variety.
The waves in Portugal cater to every taste and discipline, from perfect tubes (in Ericeira and Peniche, both locations host international competition events) for surfing and bodyboarding to giant waves in Nazaré for the boldest surfers, and long waves that are among Europe’s longest.
There are also opportunities for windsurfing and kitesurfing, and other sports that offer an adrenaline rush. After a day spent at sea, the fun continues onshore with a variety of parties, festivals, bars and nightclubs to keep the good vibes going all night long.
Ride with us to discover the best places to surf in Portugal!
Surf the best waves, taste the best local food, know the local culture and try some wines in Peniche, Figueira da Foz and Porto.
Surf lesson in Ericeira World Surfing Reserve with photos and with pick-up in Lisbon or at the hotel in a private van, we’ll drive you for about 45 minutes till Ericeira, unique World Surfing Reserve in Europe.
You want to go to Ericeira to surf? Join us and we will take you in a private surf guide in the best waves of the day in Ericeira area!
Bring your family on a surf holiday to Cascais, just a few kilometers from Lisbon, between the Sintra Mountains and the mouth of the Tejo River, Cascais is well-known for its beaches and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
All this coast line it's situated inside the Natural Park Costa Vicentina that makes this area a very special place, wilder, the beaches are separated by imposing cliffs.
Here you will find the World Surfing Reserve of Ericeira, probably the area with more spots to surf in less kilometers of whole Portugal and also Peniche and Carcavelos.
Bring your family on a surf holiday to Ericeira, a charming and traditional fishing village. The people here are very connected to the sea and surfers from all over the world come for the quality of the waves.