Prainha Surf Spot Details: Your Complete Surf Guide & Travel Planner
Prainha is a beautiful beach break located in Praia do Baleal Norte, Peniche, Portugal, offering ideal conditions for beginner surfers and families alike.
- Perfect for beginners: Gentle waves and a sandy bottom make Prainha Baleal a safe and enjoyable spot for learning to surf.
- Family-friendly: The calm waters and sheltered cove make it a great place for families with young children to relax and enjoy the beach.
- Stunning scenery: The beach is surrounded by picturesque cliffs and rock formations, providing a breathtaking backdrop for your beach vacation.
- Surf schools and camps: Several surf schools and camps operate at Prainha Baleal, offering lessons and equipment rentals for all levels.
- Amenities: There are several restaurants, cafes, and shops near the beach, making it easy to find everything you need for a day in the sun.
Prainha Baleal is the perfect place to start your surfing journey, enjoy a relaxing family holidays, or simply soak up the sun on a beautiful beach.
Here are some additional tips for enjoying Prainha Baleal with your family:
- Pack plenty of sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun.
- Bring snacks and drinks to stay hydrated throughout the day.
- Build sandcastles, swim in the ocean, or play beach games with your children.
- Take a walk along the beach and explore the rock formations.
- Enjoy a delicious meal at one of the restaurants near the beach.
Ready to ride your first wasurf in Prainha? Plan your surf trip to Peniche now and discover everything this surfing paradise has to offer with our Peniche Surf Trip Guide.
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Surf Spot Details
Facilities
Car Park
WC
Shower
Bar / Restaurant
Surf Shop
Surf School
Surf Rentals
Beach Safety
Lifeguarded Beach on Summer Season
Emergency Contact: 112
Awards and Recognitions
Blue Flag Beach
Healthy Beach
Accessible Beach
Surf Level
Wave Direction
Right and Left
Tide
Mid to High
Swell
NorthWest, West
Wind
Southeast, South
Bottom
Sand with a Rock
Season
All year
Consistency
Localism
Crowd
Average Water Temperature
Summer: 20°C
Autumn: 19.0°C
Winter: 15.8°C
Spring: 16.2°C
Surf Forecast
Live Webcam 24/7
Location & Directions
Prainha (Praia do Baleal), located approximately 100 kilometers north of Lisbon, is the ideal beach for beginners, offering a friendly and welcoming environment to start your surfing journey. Its sandy seabed is interrupted by a pointed rock in the middle, which beginners should be aware of. For safety, it’s recommended to visit during low tide to familiarize yourself with the layout of the seabed before paddling out.
To find out how to get to Prainha, check out the Location & Directions section on our main page, Peniche Surf Trip Guide. Once in Peniche, use the embedded Google Maps tool below to navigate easily to Prainha.
Ready to ride your first waves in Baleal? Pack your board, check the conditions, and prepare for an unforgettable surfing adventure in Peniche!
