Costa Vicentina · 37°51′N 8°48′W
Porto Covo
A small fishing village on the Alentejo coast, north of Vila Nova de Milfontes, with a sheltered bay and a surf beach at Praia Grande.
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Sines
A working port town at the top of the Costa Vicentina. Praia de São Torpes, about 6 km south, is a long sand beach with its best peaks by the jetty, sheltered from the summer north wind: easy for learners on small days, hollow on a solid swell. More exposed peaks run along the Costa Norte beach to the north.
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Vila Nova de Milfontes
The main town on the southwest coast, at the mouth of the Mira river, with a sheltered estuary beach for learners and heavier open breaks nearby.
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Almograve
A cluster of cliff-backed beaches down a quiet road south of Milfontes, powerful and exposed, for confident surfers only on size.
SurfCommon questions
- What are the surf spots in Porto Covo?
- Porto Covo has one spot guide here: Praia Grande (Porto Covo).
- Is Porto Covo good for beginners?
- Yes — Praia Grande (Porto Covo) is rated beginner-friendly.
- Is there a surf school in Porto Covo?
- Not directly in Porto Covo yet — check the schools directory for the wider area.