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Praia do Guincho — Portugal
Surf coast

Praia do Guincho

Cascais, Lisbon Coast · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Renowned⚑ Blue FlagEurope

A wild, wind-raked Atlantic beach below the Sintra mountains and a mecca for surfers and windsurfers.

In season the water at Praia do Guincho (Cascais, Lisbon Coast, Portugal) reaches about 19°C. Best months: May-Sep. The beach flies the Blue Flag for water quality and safety.

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Sea temperature
~19°C in the warm season
Water
Cold and clear Atlantic
Sand
Wide pale sand backed by dunes
Swimming
Cold, powerful surf and strong wind
Surf
Consistent Atlantic beach break and world windsurf venue
Best time to visit
May-Sep
Setting
Dunes below the Sintra hills near Cabo da Roca
Beach type
Surf coast
Blue Flag
Yes
Region
Europe

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Praia do Guincho: frequently asked questions

Where is Praia do Guincho?

Praia do Guincho is at Cascais, on the coast of Portugal.

What is the sea temperature at Praia do Guincho?

In the warm season the sea at Praia do Guincho reaches about 19°C. Cold and clear Atlantic.

When is the best time to visit Praia do Guincho?

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

What kind of sand does Praia do Guincho have?

Praia do Guincho has wide pale sand backed by dunes.

Is Praia do Guincho good for swimming?

Cold, powerful surf and strong wind.

Can you surf at Praia do Guincho?

Consistent Atlantic beach break and world windsurf venue.

Does Praia do Guincho have Blue Flag status?

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

Photo: José Carlos Cortizo Pérez from Fuenlabrada, Spain (CC BY 2.0) · source