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North Beach
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About
North Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 34th place out of 35 beaches in the Centro region 87 km away from its center, the city of Coimbra. It is one of the beaches of Nazare settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.
North Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, diving. 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.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Nazare, which has a rating of 8.1.
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Beach overall scores
North Beach is located in Centro within Nazare, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
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
"I absolutely love this beach! It boasts the largest waves in the world, and the sandy stretch is simply stunning."
Paxton Starlight
"Although the waves may not be massive, this beach is truly magnificent!"
Kaden Tarek
User reviews
"I absolutely love this beach! It boasts the largest waves in the world, and the sandy stretch is simply stunning."
Paxton Starlight
"Although the waves may not be massive, this beach is truly magnificent!"
Kaden Tarek
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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What to do in North 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 North 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!
The deeper you dive, the more interesting the surrounding scenery - that's how you can characterize North Beach, but that doesn't mean that landscapes are uninteresting and it's better to spend all your time underwater. The fact is that one of the key activities on the beach is diving. Here you can scuba dive not only as a professional, but also a beginner, as there are several companies along the coast engaged in diving and diver training. Take advantage.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Zulla Terrace Bar• 13 min walk
- Café Mar de Paixão• 13 min walk
- Fonte Mar• 13 min walk
- Zulla Surf & Bowls• 14 min walk
Attractions
- Playa del Norte• 5 min walk
- Forno de Orca Cave• 9 min walk
- Big Wave Viewpoint• 10 min walk
- Ondas da Nazaré View...• 11 min walk
Transport
- ZYD• 68.1km
- Acensor da Nazaré -...• 19 min walk
- Valado• 6.6km
Localities
- Nazare• 1.7km
- Coimbra• 87km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the North Beach?
The North 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 North Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the North Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The North Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Diving
- Surfing
Is the North Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
North Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the North Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the North Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of North Beach?
North Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Wild camping lovers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of North Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on North Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Zulla Terrace Bar is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the North Beach?
There are 905 places to stay in the North Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of North Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the North Beach from parking?
The North Beach 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 North Beach?
There are 4 attractions near North Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa del Norte located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit North Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in North Beach 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?
North Beach (Centro) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.North Beach (Centro) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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