Praia de Ribeira d'Ilhas
Praia de Ribeira d'Ilhas
Praia de Ribeira d'Ilhas
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500 meters to the north is the most popular wave of the Reserve, on the beach that is considered the “visiting room” of Portuguese surf. Located in a valley where a stream flows, its geographical configuration is that of a natural amphitheater, ideal for holding events. It is not by chance that the first national and international championships held in Portugal took place here. Ribeira d'Ilhas is a long pointbreak right (the waves follow the shoreline) that receives all kinds of waves and works at all tides, being the most consistent wave in the region. With W / NO undulations Ribeira d'Ilhas can provide rights of up to 200 meters in length. It is a very valuable and competitive wave, as it allows the most different levels of approach by surfers.
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maxi0523
New York City, NY6 contributions
Jul 2020
Best surf post on the coast for reef break waves. Gets very crowded cause people come from all over the world to surf here. So quality of waves are great. No barrel waves though, you need to go to Peniche for that. It is not a beach to hang or prettiest one on the coast but for surfing, it is great!
Written July 20, 2020
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Karlsson family
Ericeira, Portugal93 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
It was amazing, the beach was beautiful!
There are amazing tidepools and it is so much fun!
You should go visit it especially in the Summer!
There are amazing tidepools and it is so much fun!
You should go visit it especially in the Summer!
Written February 13, 2022
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Clara H
Oslo, Norway336 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
The most beautiful beach: sand dunes, waves and wind. Good surfing, good facilities (toilets, shower, lifeguard, coffee shop etc). We stayed for hours.
Btw; parking is limited so you should go by Beach bus or bike.
Btw; parking is limited so you should go by Beach bus or bike.
Written August 1, 2019
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medwardsother
15 contributions
Oct 2018 • Family
This is a lovely beach with good facilities. just the place you want to be on a clear day when the sun is setting. Popular with all the surfers , great for all members of the family. Service at the bar/Restaurant can be a bit hit and miss but still a nice place to be.
Written October 6, 2018
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Joellni
Hannover, Germany34 contributions
Sep 2020
Chill at the beach or on the viewing platforms and watch the surfers. Then go to the roof bar and have and drink. Then go surf yourself. (In this exact order!)
Written September 18, 2020
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Avelaem
Seoul, South Korea620 contributions
Sep 2018 • Solo
This beach is really beautiful, gold sand and dark turquoise blue sea. There are many ways to access this beach. There are a parking up a cliff then you need to walk down a long stairs , as well as reaching it from the other side by foot. There are a lot of family but not many that go in the water as it is very windy, quite cold and more for windsurfing and surfing. That's why the area is full of surfers and has a surfer camp. Waves aren't that big at that time but get bigger around October and November.
Written October 5, 2018
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Grace R
Hitchin, UK40 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
Even though the service seems varied - ranging from excellent to just O.k. you can't beat the location. I can spend hours here just people watching and looking out at the waves and surfers. Love it here!
Written August 23, 2018
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Marketeer83
Dublin, Ireland151 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
This great beach is a short trip outside Ericeira. It is a surfers paradise with big waves every day we were there. Like most beaches along the surfing reserve, it's not suited for swimming. There is car parking and services nearby.
Written June 8, 2019
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caroline k
The Hague, The Netherlands22 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
such a beautiful spot. Not only for surfing but also to sit down and have a look at the surfers. OR... the place where your boyfriend popped the question <3
Written October 15, 2018
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SaskatoonDanceMom
Saskatoon25 contributions
Sep 2018 • Family
All the beaches we found in Ericeira were fantastic and this was no exception. Beautiful. Great waves. Not crowded.
Written September 30, 2018
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