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Praia da Vagueira
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Praia da Vagueira
3840, Praia da Vagueira
A quite attended beach with a wide stretch of sand, surrounded by granite and huge sand dunes. The large rocks that surround and separate the shore from the houses, protect the latter from the sea storms. On the northern side, there are shacks used by the fishermen for keeping the utensils of the Xávega fishing, a true attraction on the Vagueira beach. The fishermen nter the sea on two paralel boats with a net tied to its extremities and to ropes that stay on the beach. Near the beach there is an aquapark, several typical restaurants and nice terraces.
Porto de Recreio de Cristelo Covo
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Porto de Recreio de Cristelo Covo
4930, Senhora da Cabeça
A new docking space for boats on the Minho river, by the Park of Our Lady of Cabeça, a traditional leisure area for the inhabitants of Valença and for those who wish to enjoy the activities by the river.
Praia Fluvial da Ronqueira
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Lugar de Ronqueira
3420, Ronqueira
This beach, located on the banks of the Alva river, has no sand but, after crossing the bridge, it has better conditions. It has a cafe, a terrace and several shady spots.
Piscina Natural da Preguiça
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Rua do Mar
9800-557, Velas
Fantastic natural pools of volcanic origin, surrounded by a backdrop of extreme beauty.
Praia Formosa
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Praia Formosa
9580-030, Vila do Porto
A beach with fine, light sand, divided by a boardwalk. It welcomes the famed Celebrations of the August's Tide (Festa da Maré de Agosto) every year. It is classed as a Natural Reservation.
Praia de São Lourenço
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ER3-2
9580-114, Vila do Porto
A beach and natural pools, located at the bottom of a lovely cliff. It has a wide stretch of sand with low rocks that enter the sea. It is classed as a Natural Reservation.
Praia Fluvial do Portovárzea
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EN1282-1
3670, Campia
This river beach is surrounded by tall trees with plenty of shade. It has wood tables and benches and a playground.
Praia de Ribeira Brava
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Avenida Engenheiro Ribeiro Pereira
9350-201, Ribeira Brava
Basalt-pebble beach located in the centre of Ribeira Brava, with good conditions to sea and sun bathing. It also has football and volleyball sand fields and two swimming pools.
Praia Doce
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Praia Doce
2120, Salvaterra de Magos
Também conhecida como Praia dos Tesos, dispõe de uma simpática zona de lazer.
Praia do Poço da Cruz
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Praia do Poço da Cruz
3070-703, Barra de Mira
A beach that is surrounded by sand dunes, with small fishing boats. A wide stretch of sand, attended mostly by tourists. A small beach bar by its entrance that serves light meals.