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Praia da Baleia
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About
Praia da Baleia is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 31th place out of 41 beaches in the Lisbon Area region 37 km away from its center, the city of Lisbon. It is one of the beaches of Ericeira settlement, just 0.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious 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.
Praia da Baleia coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, 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, sup-surfing. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Foz do Lizandro, which has a rating of 7.9.
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Beach overall scores
Praia da Baleia is located in Lisbon Area within Ericeira, 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
"Adore every single beach! It's quite challenging to pick the most exceptional one."
Nathan Greyson
"The beach is quite pleasant, albeit slightly smaller than some of Portugal's other beaches. There are some stones scattered around, but they do not detract from the overall experience."
Riya Bhatia
User reviews
"Adore every single beach! It's quite challenging to pick the most exceptional one."
Nathan Greyson
"The beach is quite pleasant, albeit slightly smaller than some of Portugal's other beaches. There are some stones scattered around, but they do not detract from the overall experience."
Riya Bhatia
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Casa da Adraga 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Sao Lourenco 0.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Casa da Adraga 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Alcorvim de Baixo 2.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Carcavelos 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Ericeira 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Foz do Lizandro 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Valbom 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Sao Lourenco 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Valongo 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Magoito 1.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Rodizio 0.8 km
What to do in Praia da Baleia? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Praia da Baleia can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Praia da Baleia 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!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- 7 Praias da Baleia• 2 min walk
- Pizzeria Pão d'Alho• 3 min walk
- Restaurante Japonês...• 3 min walk
- Brunch me• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Bingo Bongo Break• 3 min walk
- Santa Marta Park• 6 min walk
- Miradouro Praia Sul• 7 min walk
- Marine monument• 8 min walk
Transport
- ZYD• 24.9km
- Jose Ferreira Ricard...• 4.7km
- Mafra• 12.8km
Localities
- Ericeira• 500m
- Lisbon• 37km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia da Baleia?
The Praia da Baleia 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 Praia da Baleia?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Praia da Baleia has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Praia da Baleia is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
- Surfing
Is the Praia da Baleia 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.
Praia da Baleia is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia da Baleia for swimming is very positive.
Is the Praia da Baleia 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 Praia da Baleia 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Praia da Baleia?
Praia da Baleia can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia da Baleia?
The bar is located right on the Praia da Baleia.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.7 Praias da Baleia is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia da Baleia?
There are 514 places to stay in the Praia da Baleia area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Praia da Baleia from parking?
The Praia da Baleia has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Praia da Baleia?
There are 4 attractions near Praia da Baleia that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Bingo Bongo Break located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia da Baleia?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia da Baleia is September. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Praia da Baleia (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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