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Norte · 41°32′N 8°47′W

Esposende

Esposende
Photo: Francisco Restivo · CC BY 2.0

A coastal town at the mouth of the Cávado river, with the long sandbar beaches of Ofir and Fão to its south.

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Ofir
Beach break · Esposende

Ofir

A sandbar beach break between two breakwaters near Esposende, breaking both left and right. Fairly reliable all year, best on a north-west swell with an east-north-east wind.

All levelsFairly reliable all year

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Surf near Porto: Matosinhos, Espinho and the beaches either side

A north-to-south guide to the surf within reach of Porto, from the Matosinhos learner beach to the quiet banks at Furadouro, with how to get there and which wave suits which level.

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Porto's home beach, a metro ride from the city, with a long sandy stretch and a busy scene of schools between the two harbour walls.

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Common questions

What are the surf spots in Esposende?
Esposende has one spot guide here: Ofir.
Is Esposende good for beginners?
Yes — Ofir is rated beginner-friendly.
Is there a surf school in Esposende?
Not directly in Esposende yet — check the schools directory for the wider area.