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6.5

Good

Praia de Sao Torpes

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia de Sao Torpes?

The bar is located right on the Praia de Sao Torpes.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Arte e Sal is the closest place located 1800 meters from the beach.

Palhota, Portugal

#52 out of 55 in Alentejo

6.5

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located within the settlement

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 1.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Arte e Sal

8 - Very good 700m

Restaurant Bom Petisco

8.8 - Excellent 760m

Restaurant Pedra da Casca

8.4 - Very good 1.7km

Bar Magic Cactus

9 - Excellent 2km

Restaurant AMAR • Praia Grande • Porto Covo

7.6 - Very good 6.3km

Restaurant Alma Nomada Porto Covo

8.8 - Excellent 6.4km

Restaurant Café Central

8.2 - Very good 6.6km

Restaurant Marmita

8 - Very good 6.7km

Restaurant Caravela

8 - Very good 6.7km

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3.5km

Tourist Attraction Artillerie Kanonen

8 - Very good 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Baía de Sines

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Coreto Jardim das Descobertas

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Farol de Sines

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Farol de Sines Molhe Oeste

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Lagoa da Ribeira dos Moinhos

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Soledade

8 - Very good 6.9km

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Buizinhos

7km

Historical Landmark Centro Histórico de Sines

3.7km

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About

Praia de Sao Torpes is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 52th place out of 55 beaches in the Alentejo region 146.2 km away from its center, the city of Santarem. It is one of the beaches of Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha settlement, just 1.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Praia de Sao Torpes coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Morgavel, which has a rating of 7.8.

Praia de Sao Torpes is located in Alentejo within Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

7.4 M/S

Wind

+17 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 1.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Arte e Sal

8 - Very good 700m

Restaurant Bom Petisco

8.8 - Excellent 760m

Restaurant Pedra da Casca

8.4 - Very good 1.7km

Bar Magic Cactus

9 - Excellent 2km

Restaurant AMAR • Praia Grande • Porto Covo

7.6 - Very good 6.3km

Restaurant Alma Nomada Porto Covo

8.8 - Excellent 6.4km

Restaurant Café Central

8.2 - Very good 6.6km

Restaurant Marmita

8 - Very good 6.7km

Restaurant Caravela

8 - Very good 6.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia Vasco da Gama

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Artillerie Kanonen

8 - Very good 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Baía de Sines

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Coreto Jardim das Descobertas

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Farol de Sines

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Farol de Sines Molhe Oeste

4.9km

Tourist Attraction Lagoa da Ribeira dos Moinhos

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Soledade

8 - Very good 6.9km

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Buizinhos

7km

Historical Landmark Centro Histórico de Sines

3.7km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

6.5km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Ana's Apartments

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 7.9km from center

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6.6km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Castle in Blue Apartments

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 7.9km from center

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6.6km from the beach

7.4 Good

GBT Quartos

Homestay

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 7.9km from center

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6.6km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Mare Baixa

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 8km from center

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7.3km from the beach

8 Very good

Hotel Dom Vasco Sines

Hotel

Sines • 8.6km from center

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7.4km from the beach

9 Excellent

Casa con vistas al mar

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 7.7km from center

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7.5km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Paradise-AL

Homestay

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 7.8km from center

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7.8km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Vila Mar

Entire House

Porto Covo • 8.2km from center

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7.9km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

MUTE Hostel

Hostel

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 8.3km from center

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8km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

Casa do Mar em Porto Covo

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 8.4km from center

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Chaparro Holidays - Big house with terrace - FREE coffee

8km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Chaparro Holidays - Big house with terrace - FREE coffee

Entire House

Porto Covo • 8.4km from center

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8.2km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Hotel Apartamento Porto Covo

Serviced Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 8.4km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

What to do in Praia de Sao Torpes? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Praia de Sao Torpes is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Praia de Sao Torpes welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

1.8km 23 min walk

Praia de Morgavel Praia de Morgavel

7.8 Very good

3km

Praia de Vale Figueiros Praia de Vale Figueiros

7.8 Very good

4.6km

Praia dos Canudos Praia dos Canudos

6.3 Pleasant

6.2km

Praia da Samoqueira Praia da Samoqueira

8.4 Very good

6.3km

Praia Vasco da Gama Praia Vasco da Gama

7.6 Very good

6.6km

Praia de Porto Covinho Praia de Porto Covinho

6.7 Good

6.8km

Praia do Serro da Aguia Praia do Serro da Aguia

8.1 Very good

7km

Praia naturista do Salto Praia naturista do Salto

8.5 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Bairro Novo da Provenca Velha • 1.8km

Main locality of province

Santarem • 146.2km

Transport

Airport

SIE • 2km

Bus Station

Jacinto Manuel Cruz Peixeiro • 5.8km

Train Station

Santiago do Cacem • 13.8km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

6.5 Good

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Average Reviews rating

6.5 Good

Ricardo Martinez Hernandez

10 Exceptional

This beach is an absolute delight! I highly recommend taking a break here if you're traveling between Algarve and Lisbon. The sand is incredibly soft, making it a pleasure to walk on.

March 2023

Jaxon Stone

8 Very good

The waters were rumored to be warm, but in reality, only a small area to the north near the pipes had a few warm waves. It was an intriguing experience, but the water was still colder than anticipated and not worth bathing in if you prefer warmer temperatures. During my visit on September 16th, 2017, which was still summer-like, the majority of the water was frigid at around 17 degrees Celsius. However, there were some warm underwater waves that were estimated to be around a pleasant 25 degrees Celsius, although it was difficult to discern.

March 2023

Nashit Ali

8 Very good

This is an ideal spot to bring your children as there is an abundance of food and a vast stretch of water. On the day I visited, the waves were small, but the water appeared to be warm only when the plant was fully operational. Unfortunately, it was rather cold during my visit. I cannot confirm the air quality due to the plant's proximity and the passing cargo ships, but I did not detect any issues.

March 2023

Lila Beck.

10 Exceptional

The shoreline boasts an industrial charm, as the beach is situated near a coal power plant, which warms the ocean waters. Despite this, the water remains of high quality and is a great spot for surfing during the cooler months. There are ample parking spaces available, as well as surf schools and two quaint restaurants and bars.

March 2023

Kian Lee

10 Exceptional

The ocean is a sight to behold, with gentle swells that are perfect for those who are just starting out with surfing or are at an intermediate level. The northern section of the beach is where you'll find more sand, as well as a larger crowd and warmer water. The southern part of the beach is a bit more rugged, with fewer sandy areas and more rocks, especially when the tide is high. Unfortunately, the view is marred by the looming presence of large towers from a nearby thermal power plant, which detracts from the overall ambiance of the beach.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Praia de Sao Torpes?

The coastline of Praia de Sao Torpes is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Praia de Sao Torpes?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia de Sao Torpes, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Praia de Sao Torpes is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Praia de Sao Torpes good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Praia de Sao Torpes is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia de Sao Torpes for swimming is very positive.

Is the Praia de Sao Torpes good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Praia de Sao Torpes secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia de Sao Torpes?

The bar is located right on the Praia de Sao Torpes.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Arte e Sal is the closest place located 1800 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia de Sao Torpes?

There are 93 places to stay in the Praia de Sao Torpes area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia de Sao Torpes include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Praia de Sao Torpes from parking?

The Praia de Sao Torpes has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia de Sao Torpes?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia de Sao Torpes is August. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Praia de Sao Torpes (Alentejo) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Praia de Sao Torpes (Alentejo) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.