SPOTS
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0Praia do Magoito
A spot known for its long righthander which comes alive in a solid north-northwest swell. There are plenty of shifting peaks to ride in the main bay as well, but be aware as the waves can deal out some power here. At high tide the cliffs give shelter for the strong side-onshore winds in the...
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0Praia do Peixe
In a solid swell a mellow righthander starts to form inside the harbour. A great spot for beginners as the jetty provides shelter from the big sneaker sets. Stunning views of Ericeira fishing port from the surf.
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0Praia do Norte
A long righthander that breaks in front of Ericeira center. Mostly quite mellow, so a good option if you`re not ready for barrels yet.
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0Praia Pequena
A less consistent version of its bigger brother, Praia Grande. But with less crowds, a more relaxed vibe and better shelter against the strong summer Nortada. Park on the parking spot north of Nortada Hotel and follow the path spiralling down the cliffs.
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0Praia da Adraga
Come to this beach expecting world-class waves and you`ll most likely end up being dissapointed. But come to this beach expecting world-class natural beauty and you`ll feel in heaven. And sometimes, just sometimes, all the elements come together and you might have a soul session with just you...
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0Backdoor
A hollow wave that works better on the smaller summer swells. Maxes-out when it`s double-overhead. Don`t surf with low tide, unless you want to get scratched.
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0São Pedro - Bico
Park your car at the parking spot overlooking the point and stare at the clean, mellow right lines rolling in. Due to it`s location this pointbreak is more exposed to swell than the surrounding breaks and is a favourite amongst the local longboarders and...
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0Areia Branca
A small coastal village that sleeps for the biggest part of the year, but comes alive in the summermonths. The surf is nothing spectacular, but the long beach that stretches all the way south to Santa Cruz craves for surf exploration. Prepare to wake up early for clean surf as there is no...
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0São João - Bolina
To find this spot you have to park your car at Praia da Poca and walk north in the direction of Praia do Tamariz. Somewhere about halfway you`ll see Restaurante Bolina. A wedgy, intense righthander breaks right in front of the Restaurant. For experienced surfers only and please maintain a...
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0São Lourenço
The Stormriders Guide nicknames this break as `the Portuguese version of Sunset` and that gives a good description of what to expect here. This reefbreak can hold giant surf and is challenging for even the most hardcore chargers on those big N/NW days. A softer righthander breaks on the inside...
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0Cave
A slab that creates waves for experienced surfers only. The heaviest wave in the Ericiera region, comparable to the hollow mutants mostly associated with Australia or Tasmania. Come and watch the show when the pros are around.
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0Consolação
Consolação is known for it`s long rippable righthanders that break off the point and the amount of swell size it can handle. But on the northern side of the point is a less known, hollower left that can offer a crowd-free session for goofy footers.
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0Ribeira D`Ilhas
One of the most consistent breaks in Europe. When it`s epic, Ribeira D`Ilhas boosts a very long righthander with various playful sections: as fun as it gets! Mostly quite crowded, especially in the summer, but on an average day the wave doesn`t connect over the whole length, breaking the wave...
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0Cantinho da Baia
Very consistent beachbreak with mostly mellow left and rights, which makes Cantinho a good SUP spot too. Side-offshore in the prevailing summer winds makes this an attractive spot for wave-hungry tourists, when most other surfbreaks are blown out on hot summer afternoons.
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0Pico da Mota
A beautiful stretch of coastline north of Peniche with a plenitude of rippable beach breaks, surrounded by agricultural fields and little or no facilities on the beach. There`s almost always an empty wave to be found here, especially during the smaller summer days, and wind with some south in...
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