Costa Vicentina
Carrapateira
A small village in the Aljezur hills between two of the best-known surf beaches in the south-west, Bordeira and Amado, both inside the Costa Vicentina natural park.
Spots here
Praia da Bordeira
A huge, dune-backed beach at the mouth of the Ribeira da Bordeira, just north of Carrapateira. A long left under the cliffs at low tide and fast rights into the rivermouth on the push.
IntermediatesAutumn and winterPraia do Amado
A wide sand bay south of Carrapateira and one of the most reliable surf beaches in the south-west, with enough peaks to spread a crowd. Surf schools all year, and real waves for experienced surfers in winter.
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Nearby
Arrifana
A cliff-ringed bay near Aljezur, partly sheltered by a headland and a rock stack, which makes it one of the more forgiving spots on an otherwise heavy stretch of coast.
SurfOdeceixe
Where the Seixe river meets the sea on the Alentejo/Algarve border, with a river-mouth beach that suits beginners at low tide and open surf on the sea side.
SurfZambujeira do Mar
A small village on the cliff edge with a beach below the church and more breaks a walk in either direction. Remote, cold water, few people.
SurfCommon questions
- What are the surf spots in Carrapateira?
- Carrapateira has 2 spot guides here: Praia da Bordeira, Praia do Amado.
- Is Carrapateira good for beginners?
- Yes — Praia do Amado is rated beginner-friendly.
- Is there a surf school in Carrapateira?
- Not directly in Carrapateira yet — check the schools directory for the wider area.