Praia das Maçãs Surf Spot Details: Your Complete Surf Guide & Travel Planner
Praia das Maçãs, located in the picturesque Sintra region, is a fantastic surf spot known for its beautiful sandy beach and consistent waves. This beach is a popular destination for surfers of all levels, offering both challenging swells for experienced surfers and gentler waves for beginners.
Situated about 40 kilometers from Lisbon and 20 kilometers from Ericeira, Praia das Maçãs is easily accessible for a day trip or a longer surf holiday. The beach is named after the apples (maçãs) that used to fall into the river and get carried to the sea, adding a unique charm to its identity.
With a stunning backdrop of cliffs and a relaxed atmosphere, Praia das Maçãs provides an ideal setting for surfers looking to catch some waves while enjoying the natural beauty of the Sintra coastline. In addition to great surfing conditions, the area offers various amenities, including surf schools, rental shops, and plenty of restaurants and cafes to relax after a session on the waves.
Whether you’re a seasoned surfer or just starting, Praia das Maçãs welcomes you with its inviting waters and vibrant surf community.
Plan your surf trip to Lisbon now and discover everything this surfing paradise has to offer with our Lisbon Surf Trip Guide.
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Surf Spot Details
Facilities
Car Park
WC
Shower
Restaurant
Surf Level
Wave Direction
Right and Left
Tide
Low to Mid
Swell
West, Northwest
Wind
East
Bottom
Sand, Rocks, Reef
Season
April to September
Consistency
Localism
Crowd
Average Water Temperature
Summer: 20.3°C
Autumn: 19.3°C
Winter: 15.9°C
Spring: 16.5°C
Surf Forecast
Location & Directions
Praia das Maçãs is located in the Sintra region, approximately 40 kilometers northwest of Lisbon and about 20 kilometers south of Ericeira. This beautiful beach is part of the Lisbon District, nestled on the stunning Atlantic coastline of Portugal.
To find out how to get to Praia das Maçãs, check out the Location & Directions section on our main page, Lisbon Surf Trip Guide. Once in Lisbon, use the embedded Google Maps tool below to navigate easily to Praia das Maçã.
Ready to catch some waves in Sintra? Remember to prioritize safety, assess the conditions, and surf within your limits!