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Praia da Luz — Portugal
City & resort

Praia da Luz

Luz, Algarve · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Notable⚑ Blue FlagEurope

A sheltered golden bay beneath the dark volcanic headland of Rocha Negra.

In season the water at Praia da Luz (Luz, Algarve, Portugal) reaches about 20°C. Best months: May-Oct. The beach flies the Blue Flag for water quality and safety.

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Sea temperature
~20°C in the warm season
Water
Clear teal, usually flat by south-coast standards
Sand
Pale golden sand shelving gently below a palm-lined promenade
Swimming
Sheltered, lifeguarded and easy; the western Algarve's classic family swim
Surf
Rarely; small winter swells only
Best time to visit
May-Oct
Setting
A whitewashed ex-fishing village walled in at its east end by the dark volcanic slab of Rocha Negra
Beach type
City & resort
Blue Flag
Yes
Region
Europe

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Praia da Luz: frequently asked questions

Where is Praia da Luz?

Praia da Luz is at Luz, on the coast of Portugal.

What is the sea temperature at Praia da Luz?

In the warm season the sea at Praia da Luz reaches about 20°C. Clear teal, usually flat by south-coast standards.

When is the best time to visit Praia da Luz?

The best time to visit Praia da Luz is May-Oct. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.

What kind of sand does Praia da Luz have?

Praia da Luz has pale golden sand shelving gently below a palm-lined promenade.

Is Praia da Luz good for swimming?

Sheltered, lifeguarded and easy; the western Algarve's classic family swim.

Can you surf at Praia da Luz?

Rarely; small winter swells only.

Does Praia da Luz have Blue Flag status?

Yes — Praia da Luz holds Blue Flag status, awarded for bathing-water quality, safety and facilities.

Photo: Sergei Gussev (CC BY 2.0) · source