Azores
Praia da Vitoria
A town on Terceira's east coast around a wide bay with Praia Grande, the longest sandy beach in the Azores, and surf breaks along the coast to the south.
Spots here
Contendas
A reef bay by the Contendas lighthouse near Sao Sebastiao, on Terceira's south-east corner, that wakes up on south swells. A left that becomes a right in the western corner once the swell passes 2 metres.
IntermediatesWhen south swells arrive, mostly autumn to spring
Porto Martins
A left-hand point over rock at the village of Porto Martins, south of Praia da Vitoria: one of the longest and most powerful lefts on Terceira. Rated five stars for quality, at its best on big NW swells.
IntermediatesAutumn to spring, on big NW swells
Praia da Vitoria
The bay of Praia da Vitoria on Terceira's east coast, with two reef waves off the pier, known locally as Riviera and Vietnam. The Azores tourism board rates it five stars for quality, for every level on the right day.
All levelsAutumn to springSchools & rentals here
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Nearby
Ponta Delgada
The Azores' main city, on the south coast of Sao Miguel. The surf is on the north coast, around 30 minutes away by car, with the beaches near Ribeira Grande the usual target.
SurfRibeira Grande
The surf town of Sao Miguel, on the north coast. The long black-sand beach at Santa Barbara just west of town is the island's main break and school hub, and it has hosted the national circuit and a WSL qualifying event.
SurfCommon questions
- What are the surf spots in Praia da Vitoria?
- Praia da Vitoria has 3 spot guides here: Contendas, Porto Martins, Praia da Vitoria.
- Is Praia da Vitoria good for beginners?
- Yes — Praia da Vitoria is rated beginner-friendly.
- Is there a surf school in Praia da Vitoria?
- Not directly in Praia da Vitoria yet — check the schools directory for the wider area.