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Carcavelos
Carcavelos beach
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About
Carcavelos beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 13th place out of 41 beaches in the Lisbon Area region 17.6 km away from its center, the city of Lisbon. It is one of the beaches of Carcavelos settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Carcavelos beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Santo Amaro de Oeiras, which has a rating of 7.8.
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7.6
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Carcavelos beach is located in Lisbon Area within Carcavelos, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach located west of Lisbon center is simply amazing. It's perfect for a leisurely stroll, whether on the sand or along the promenade, where you'll find plenty of shops, surf schools, and restaurants. It's definitely worth a visit, even if you just want to sit and watch all the bustling activity."
Niklas Andersson
"Undoubtedly, this is one of Portugal's finest beaches that never fails to impress with its stunning sunset hues, and it's perfect for surfing and other water activities. Lifeguards are present year-round, but the only downside is the overcrowding during July and August. Apart from that, it's an excellent location!"
Vladimir Cordune.
User reviews
"The beach located west of Lisbon center is simply amazing. It's perfect for a leisurely stroll, whether on the sand or along the promenade, where you'll find plenty of shops, surf schools, and restaurants. It's definitely worth a visit, even if you just want to sit and watch all the bustling activity."
Niklas Andersson
"Undoubtedly, this is one of Portugal's finest beaches that never fails to impress with its stunning sunset hues, and it's perfect for surfing and other water activities. Lifeguards are present year-round, but the only downside is the overcrowding during July and August. Apart from that, it's an excellent location!"
Vladimir Cordune.
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Oeiras 0.8 km
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What to do in Carcavelos beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Carcavelos beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Carcavelos beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Snack Bar• 2 min walk
- Grande Onda• 2 min walk
- Casa da Praia• 3 min walk
- Sunset Beach Bar• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Quebrada• 12 min walk
- Placa Avenida Espanh...• 13 min walk
- Cruz• 14 min walk
- Farol de São Julião• 15 min walk
Transport
- LIS• 20.7km
- Rua Gaza - Stand• 9 min walk
- Carcavelos• 13 min walk
Localities
- Carcavelos• 1.2km
- Lisbon• 17.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Carcavelos beach?
The Carcavelos beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Carcavelos beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Carcavelos beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Carcavelos beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Carcavelos beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Carcavelos beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Carcavelos beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Carcavelos beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Carcavelos beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Carcavelos beach?
Carcavelos beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Carcavelos beach?
The bar is located right on the Carcavelos beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Snack Bar is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Carcavelos beach?
There are 1620 places to stay in the Carcavelos beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Carcavelos beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Carcavelos beach from parking?
The Carcavelos beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Carcavelos beach?
There are 4 attractions near Carcavelos beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Quebrada located in 0.9 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Carcavelos beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Carcavelos beach is August. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Carcavelos beach (Area Metropolitana de Lisboa) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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