Praia das Maçãs, also known as the Apple Beach. In the olden days, apples that fell off their trees and into the Ribeira de Colares, were taken downstream and scattered in the ocean at the mouth of the river at Praia das Maçãs: hence the name Apple Beach.
Nowadays, Praia das Maçãs is a popular tourist destination and consistent surfspot. The quality of the waves depends on the sand bars, but it`s a good option in smaller swells when there`s little or no wind. As the bay is not too wide, this spot easily gets crowded.
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