Azores · 37°49′N 25°31′W
Ribeira Grande
The surf town of São Miguel, on the north coast. The long black-sand beach at Santa Bárbara 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.
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Monte Verde
Ribeira Grande's town beach on São Miguel's north coast, and the island's main beach break, with peaks spread across four sections. A good wave for most levels on a NW swell.
All levelsAutumn to spring
Rabo de Peixe
A powerful, tubing left that breaks off the fishing harbour of Rabo de Peixe on São Miguel's north coast. Top quality on a solid north swell, with a tight take-off and a local crew that knows it.
Advanced surfersAutumn to spring, on the big north swellsSanta Bárbara
A long black volcanic-sand beach on the north coast of São Miguel, just west of Ribeira Grande. The main surf spot in the Azores, with a surf school on the sand and a competition history, and peaks for every level depending on size.
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Ponta Delgada
The Azores' main city, on the south coast of São Miguel. The surf is on the north coast, around 30 minutes away by car, with the beaches near Ribeira Grande the usual target.
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Praia da Vitória
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.
SurfKitesurfWindsurfCommon questions
- What are the surf spots in Ribeira Grande?
- Ribeira Grande has 3 spot guides here: Monte Verde, Rabo de Peixe, Santa Bárbara.
- Is Ribeira Grande good for beginners?
- Yes — Monte Verde, Santa Bárbara are rated beginner-friendly.
- Is there a surf school in Ribeira Grande?
- Yes — one is listed for Ribeira Grande.