It was named after the water-mills that once stood on the cliffs. There is not really a beach, just a natural saltwater pool framed by a beautiful landscape, being frequented mainly by tourists. The existing restaurants are typical and have a good confection, with specialties of fish and seafood dishes.

A beach with a wide stretch of sand in the mouth of the Colares brook, easy to get to, with a picturesque tram that goes down the valley. There are lovely rocky formations surrounded by the small town of Colares. The space has a playground and typical restaurants that serve mostly fish and shellfish dishes.

A lovely beach in between sea carved cliffs, that belongs to the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. On its northern part there is naturism. Its western part is composed of rocky cliffs and small beaches in between, namely the Adraga Beach. A welcoming beach with imposing rocks on both sides. It has a restaurant, a first aid post and parasols rental.

A wide, easily accessible beach, its wide stretch of sand is sheltered from the strong north winds and ends on a cliff to the south. Quite attended by surfers. Everey year it welcomes a competition of the World Bodyboard Championship and yet another of the Surf European Championship. Those who dislike the sea turbulence, may choose the sea water pool. On the surrounding cliffs there are pedestrian trails with wonderful landscapes. It has a first aid post, high quality restaurants, several terraces with many youngters and lively evenings.

A small bay between granit cliffs that stand against the fury of the sea. Attended mostly by locals.

A beach surrounded by a very beautiful cliff. Quite attended by those who enjoy naturism.

A beach located by the Roca Cape, quit rocky and surrounded by cliffs. There are signals but no way to get there by car.

A rural beach surrounded by a green area dotted with mills. Quite well known and attended in the summer, namely by youngsters who enjoy radical sports. By the GNR (a polic force) quarters there is a belvedere with magnificent landscape of sandy areas and cliffs by the ocean. There are fine quality typical restaurants that serve mostly fresh fish and shellfish.

A beach by the Grande Beach, attended by youngsters, ideal for surfing. There are restaurants, bars and terraces nearby.