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Surf Holidays Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz Uncrowded Portuguese coastline with amazing surf
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Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz
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5 out of 5
Global Surf School
- Surf School
- Portugal
- Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz
- Main Surf Beach: Praia da Areia Branca
- Pick up from Central Meeting Point
Lessons:
Kids Surf
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Beginner Surf
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Intermediate Surf
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Advanced Surf
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Private Surf
- Children & Adult surf lessons
Atlantic Coast Surfschool
- Surf School
- Portugal
- Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz
- Main Surf Beach: Praia Azul - Santa Cruz
- Meet on the beach
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Lessons:
Intermediate Surf
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Beginner Surf
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Advanced Surf
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Kids Surf
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Private Surf
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Beginner Surf
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Intermediate Surf
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Advanced Surf
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Intermediate Surf
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Private Surf
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Advanced Surf
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Private Surf
- Children & Adult surf lessons
Areia Branca Surf School
- Surf School
- Portugal
- Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz
- Main Surf Beach: Praia da Areia Branca
- Pick up from Accommodation
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Lessons:
Kids Surf
,
Beginner Surf
,
Intermediate Surf
,
Advanced Surf
&
Private Surf
- Children & Adult surf lessons
The Surf Academy
- Surf School
- Portugal
- Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz
- Main Surf Beach: Praia da Areia Branca
- Pick up from Accommodation
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Lessons:
Kids Surf
,
Beginner Surf
,
Intermediate Surf
&
Advanced Surf
- Children & Adult surf lessons
Santa Cruz covers an extended stretch of sand that is divided up into various beaches named after the respective cafes with the Beaches of Navio, Mirante, Pisão, Física, Centro, Santa Helena, Formosa and Azul. The purity of both the waters and sands here comes in addition to the surrounding picturesque landscapes and ensure that Santa Cruz is a highly popular tourist resort.
To the far south, the Ponta da Vigia cliffs form a series of rocky outcrops among which the Penedo do Guincho boulder, standing 30 metres high and around 100 metres in circumference, is particularly impressive as it leads down to a vaulted area through which the sea pours. Marking these rocky surfaces are an odd set of terraces from which, on clear days, it is possible to take in sweeping panoramic views that extend as far as the Cabo Carvoeiro lighthouse and the Berlengas islands.
With a range of support infrastructures including a swimming pool and an Olympic standard shooting range, the seasonal range of entertainment on offer here is rounded off by tourist flights operating out of the local aerodrome and events and concerts.
Praia de Areia Branca, whose name translates to White Sand Beach, is a traditional Portuguese coastal village with a long sweeping sandy beach suitable for both swimming and surfing. There are a number of bars, restaurants and cafes lining the promenade, which runs the full length of a beach popular for both surfing and volleyball.
There is easy access for the disabled and the water is patrolled by lifeguards in summer. A number of accommodation options are available in Areia Branca, from hotels and villas to a campsite and youth hostel. The cobbled streets of Lourinha, a larger town just five minutes drive away, offer even more options for eating and sleeping.
For surfers this is an exposed beach break with a river mouth that offers both lefts and rights. The waves are fairly consistent all year and the spot is a mere ten minute drive from the famed Supertubos near Peniche.
To the far south, the Ponta da Vigia cliffs form a series of rocky outcrops among which the Penedo do Guincho boulder, standing 30 metres high and around 100 metres in circumference, is particularly impressive as it leads down to a vaulted area through which the sea pours. Marking these rocky surfaces are an odd set of terraces from which, on clear days, it is possible to take in sweeping panoramic views that extend as far as the Cabo Carvoeiro lighthouse and the Berlengas islands.
With a range of support infrastructures including a swimming pool and an Olympic standard shooting range, the seasonal range of entertainment on offer here is rounded off by tourist flights operating out of the local aerodrome and events and concerts.
Praia de Areia Branca, whose name translates to White Sand Beach, is a traditional Portuguese coastal village with a long sweeping sandy beach suitable for both swimming and surfing. There are a number of bars, restaurants and cafes lining the promenade, which runs the full length of a beach popular for both surfing and volleyball.
There is easy access for the disabled and the water is patrolled by lifeguards in summer. A number of accommodation options are available in Areia Branca, from hotels and villas to a campsite and youth hostel. The cobbled streets of Lourinha, a larger town just five minutes drive away, offer even more options for eating and sleeping.
For surfers this is an exposed beach break with a river mouth that offers both lefts and rights. The waves are fairly consistent all year and the spot is a mere ten minute drive from the famed Supertubos near Peniche.
The Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz are is only a 50 minute drive from Lisbon airport . You can also fly to Faro in the South of Portugal (3 and a half hours drive away) or to Porto in the North of Portugal (also 3 hours drive away)
Flights to Lisbon
Please note to check airports as new routes & airlines may begin operating at any time. Below are just some that fly to Portugal. www.wegolo.com is a website that lets you know who flies where from different cities.
www.aerlingus.com
www.flytap.com
www.ryanair.com
www.britishairways.com
www.flymonarch.com
www.easyjet.com
How to get to Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz area from Lisbon Airport
Transfers - Book a Private or Shared taxi's and mini buses with our shuttle bus partner here
Taxi - From Lisbon airport to Ericeira. Approximate time 40 minutes. Cost €60-€75.
Car Hire - We have a discount car hire section on our website where you can rent a car. Rent your car from the airport and drive up. It is not possible to rent a car from Ericeira.
Flights to Lisbon
Please note to check airports as new routes & airlines may begin operating at any time. Below are just some that fly to Portugal. www.wegolo.com is a website that lets you know who flies where from different cities.
www.aerlingus.com
www.flytap.com
www.ryanair.com
www.britishairways.com
www.flymonarch.com
www.easyjet.com
How to get to Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz area from Lisbon Airport
Transfers - Book a Private or Shared taxi's and mini buses with our shuttle bus partner here
Taxi - From Lisbon airport to Ericeira. Approximate time 40 minutes. Cost €60-€75.
Car Hire - We have a discount car hire section on our website where you can rent a car. Rent your car from the airport and drive up. It is not possible to rent a car from Ericeira.
This amazing uncrowded coastline between Santa Cruz to Praia da Areia Branca offers many beach breaks and reefs. With beach breaks in each town suitable for learning and many off the beaten track waves along the coastline it is a great place to explore without the concern for large crowds.
Santa Cruz beach break gets good swell and waves are great on small to medium west swells. It can get crowded in the summer months but you only have to walk five minutes to find a peak that is quieter.
Praia da Areia Branca gets consistent surf and can work at any time of the year. Works best in offshore winds and best around low tide when the tide is falling. Even when there are waves, it's not likely to be crowded. Take care of urchins and rocks.
Don't forget to explore the towns of Peniche and Ericeira
Come Surf Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz with us…
Santa Cruz beach break gets good swell and waves are great on small to medium west swells. It can get crowded in the summer months but you only have to walk five minutes to find a peak that is quieter.
Praia da Areia Branca gets consistent surf and can work at any time of the year. Works best in offshore winds and best around low tide when the tide is falling. Even when there are waves, it's not likely to be crowded. Take care of urchins and rocks.
Don't forget to explore the towns of Peniche and Ericeira
Come Surf Praia da Areia Branca & Santa Cruz with us…
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