8 best beaches in Portugal to surf, hike and sunbathe
The IndependentSign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Praia Dona Ana, Lagos open image in gallery Climb down some steps onto this long, sandy beach with turquiose waters Best for: Nearby bars and restaurants This popular southern Portugal beach in the Algarve is less than half an hour on foot from Lagos, and it has a sizeable length of 160 metres. Praia Porto Santo, Porto Santo Island open image in gallery Madeira has long stretches of sand and secluded coves Best for: An island beach Porto Santo Island is part of the Madeira archipelago, and its main beach is 9 kilometres in length. Praia de São Jacinto, Aveiro open image in gallery These unspoilt sands are part of a nature reserve Best for: Unspoilt sands If you’d rather discover a beach which is further off the beaten path, Praia de São Jacinto can be reached by road or ferry. Praia de Odeceixe, Aljezur open image in gallery This beach straddles the border of the Algarve and Alentejo regions Best for: Hiking Situated in the Algarve’s northwest, Praia de Odeceixe is found at the mouth of the river Seixe and is part of the Rota Vicentina hiking trail.
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