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Praia do Vale de Centianes
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Praia do Vale de Centianes
8400, Lagoa
On a narrow, flat beach, after a steep descent made by many steps, is this beach, used largely by tourists from the hotel sets that surround the area. The sea invites you to some nautical activities or swimming. The water is of good quality.
Praia do Carvoeiro
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Praia do Carvoeiro
8400, Lagoa
This is the main bathing center in Lagoa. Today it continues to be a fishermen's beach, access to which has been redeveloped. Thus, walking along the streets and alleys with restricted car access, heading towards the sea, the beach appears, close to the commercial area. The beach is not extensive, it is narrow and relatively small and has a concession area. To get to know this part of the coast better, we suggest renting a boat that will take bathers to see the caves.
Praia dos Caneiros
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Praia dos Caneiros
8400, Lagoa
Nestled between cliffs and therefore sheltered, it is a very beautiful beach, easily accessible and with good quality water, although sometimes choppy. The bar extends onto the beach and usually has very pleasant music.
Praia de Machico
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Rua do Leiria, 9
9200, Machico
Beach divided by an area of basalt pebbles and another with yellow sand, with good conditions for bathing and sunbathing. It has a swimming pool, areas for football and beach volleyball, pedal boats and jet skis, sun loungers and umbrellas for hire.
Prainha do Caniçal
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Prainha do Caniçal
9200, Caniçal
Fine sand beach, located near Ponta de São Lourenço, which is characterized by high cliffs, making it a difficult beach to access.
Praia da Alagoa
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Rua da Alagoa
9225, Machico
Beach also known as Porto da Cruz Bathing Complex, with clear waters, black sand and good access to the sea. It has a restaurant area, changing rooms and bathrooms.
Porto de Recreio de Machico
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Rua do Leiria, 9
9200-085, Machico
Shelter port located in the bay of Machico that allows shelter of small and medium-sized vessels. Next to this, there is an area with various entertainment and leisure infrastructures.
Praia Fluvial de Mota
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Praia Fluvial de Mota
4920, Mota
Small river beach located in a corner of the Minho River, in the parish of Gondarém, with white sand and easy parking. It has no infrastructure but, on the other hand, it offers magnificent views over the Minho River and Spain. It invites you to moments of tranquility and sunbathing on the sand, at the same time as it offers a fantastic landscaped environment, where typical riparian forest vegetation extends to the riverbank.
Praia Fluvial da Lenta
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Praia Fluvial da Lenta
4920, Lovelhe
The Lenta river beach has a small sandy area, contrasting with the large surrounding leisure space. This verdant area, measuring around 30,000 square meters, has beautiful riparian forests that extend to the banks of the river. Located in the Parish of Lovelhe, next to INATEL, it has good access and good support infrastructure, such as a car park, picnic area, a bar and even a lifeguard. On the hottest days, go and sunbathe or take a dip on the banks of the Minho River.
Praia Fluvial de Uva
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Praia Fluvial de Uva
5230, Vimioso
River beach located on the bank of the Angueira River, with a friendly leisure area that offers changing rooms and a picnic area with barbecues.