ALGARVE BEST SURF SPOTS:

Algarve is the southernmost region of mainland Portugal and it is known for the quality of its waves, the beauty of its sandy beaches and the outstanding natural beauty of its coastline.

Algarve is a perfect all year round surfing destination that offers excellent waves and good weather. This re...

ALGARVE BEST SURF SPOTS:

Algarve is the southernmost region of mainland Portugal and it is known for the quality of its waves, the beauty of its sandy beaches and the outstanding natural beauty of its coastline.

Algarve is a perfect all year round surfing destination that offers excellent waves and good weather. This region features a privileged position for surfing, offering two coasts, one facing predominately west and the other south, so if there is any swell around there will always be some waves somewhere.

If you are looking for natural landscape, relax and quality waves, Algarve is your destination! Find out our selection of accommodation including the best surf camps, surf houses, surf hostel, apartments and houses near the best Algarve surfing spots.

Amoreira: located close to Aljezur town Amoreira is a beach and point break with quite consistent surf. The beach break offers both right and left hand waves. The best wind direction is from the southeast, while the best swell direction is from the west. It is not a crowded beach and it is suitable for surfers of all levels.

Arrifana: located close to Aljezur, it is one of the most consistent surf spots in Europe. This beautiful beach offers mailnly two surf spots. A beach break with fun and hollow left and right hand waves and a reef break that can offer great and powerful waves suitable for advanced surfers. Ideal winds are from the northeast and the ideal swell direction is from the northwest. It is a very popular surf spots among the surf schools in Algarve.

Beliche:  located in Sagres, Beliche is a beautiful sheltered beach. With the ideal conditions it offers a fast and hollow left hand wave. The ideal swell direction is from the northwest and works best in offshore winds from the north. You need to walk a long stair downwards to access the beach.

Carrapateira: located in Carrapateira village, it can be a world-class surf spot when gathers good conditions. It is a river break surf spot with both left and right hand waves. The best swell direction is from the northwest and works best in offshore winds from the southeast. It is not a very crowded spot and is suitable for advanced surfers.

Monte Clerigo: located close to Aljezur village, it is a river break that offers both, left and right hand waves. Works best around mid tides. The best swell direction is coming from northwest and winds from south and southeast.

Praia do Amado: located close to Aljezur is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and popular beaches in the south. It is a spot that offers great waves, both lefts and rights. It is ideal for learning as well as for more experienced surfers. It is very popular in summer. The ideal conditions are with offshore winds from northeast. Works with all tides.

Praia do Bordeira: located close to Carrapateira village, it is a fairly consistent beach break that offers both left and right hand waves.The best swell direction is coming from Northwest and works best in offshore winds from the southeast.

Praia do Castelejo: located cose to Vila do Bispo village, it is a beach break that offers both left and right hand waves and is very popular during summer season.The best swell direction is from the northwest and ideal winds are from the southeast.

Praia do Cordama: located near Vila do Bispo, is another popular beach of southern Portugal. It offers both left and right hands waves and is suitable for surfers  all levels and skills. Works with all tides. The best swell direction is from Northwest and winds from Southeast. Water temperature is quite freezing all year round.

Tonel: located near Sagres village, it is a fairly consistent surf spot with good waves. The best season to surf here is in winter when swell direction is from west / northwest and winds from northeast.


WEATHER/TEMPERATURE

Air Temperature: 30ºC (Summer)/ 15ºC (Winter)
Water Temperature: 20ºC (Summer)/ 15ºC (Winter)


BEST SURF SEASON

Algarve is the perfect year round destination with excellent waves and fantastic weather.
The best surf season is spring and autumn. In winter the waves range from 2-5 meters, while in summer is never flat and waves ranging from 0.8 to 1.5 meters.