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6.9

Good

Praia do Carreiro de Joanes

Carreiro de Joanes Beach

Peniche, Portugal

#43 out of 61 in Centro

6.9

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Perfect for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Peniche • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Pizzeria Il Boccone

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Estelas

8.2 - Very good 1.4km

Restaurant Grab & Go - 24 horas

8.2 - Very good 1.5km

Restaurant Restaurante do Parque

8 - Very good 1.7km

Cafe Bica da Proa

2km

Cafe Gamboa Bar

9 - Excellent 2.1km

Cafe Café Onda Jovem

8.8 - Excellent 2.2km

Restaurant PKSC | Beach Bar & Surf School

8.2 - Very good 2.3km

Cafe Cafetaria Bar Granada

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Portinho da Areia do Norte

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Peniche de Cima

9.2 - Excellent 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Molhe Leste

8.8 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Cova da Alfarroba

9.2 - Excellent 2.8km

Tourist Attraction Sportágua - Water Amusement Park, Lda.

8.4 - Very good 2.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia das Rochas

9 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Praia das Cebolas

9 - Excellent 5km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Baleal (Sul)

9.6 - Exceptional 5.1km

Tourist Attraction Beach São Marcos

8.4 - Very good 5.2km

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About

Praia do Carreiro de Joanes is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 43th place out of 61 beaches in the Centro region 156.1 km away from its center, the city of Aveiro. It is one of the beaches of Peniche settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a tiny bay with crystal blue water and bright sand, so it is recommended to wear 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 partially crowded during the high season.

Praia do Carreiro de Joanes coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

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

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia do Portinho da Areia Sul, which has a rating of 7.8.

Praia do Carreiro de Joanes (Centro) is located outside the Peniche settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

5.3 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Peniche • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Pizzeria Il Boccone

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Estelas

8.2 - Very good 1.4km

Restaurant Grab & Go - 24 horas

8.2 - Very good 1.5km

Restaurant Restaurante do Parque

8 - Very good 1.7km

Cafe Bica da Proa

2km

Cafe Gamboa Bar

9 - Excellent 2.1km

Cafe Café Onda Jovem

8.8 - Excellent 2.2km

Restaurant PKSC | Beach Bar & Surf School

8.2 - Very good 2.3km

Cafe Cafetaria Bar Granada

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Portinho da Areia do Norte

8.8 - Excellent 2.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Peniche de Cima

9.2 - Excellent 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Molhe Leste

8.8 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Cova da Alfarroba

9.2 - Excellent 2.8km

Tourist Attraction Sportágua - Water Amusement Park, Lda.

8.4 - Very good 2.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia das Rochas

9 - Excellent 4.5km

Tourist Attraction Praia das Cebolas

9 - Excellent 5km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Baleal (Sul)

9.6 - Exceptional 5.1km

Tourist Attraction Beach São Marcos

8.4 - Very good 5.2km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

240m from the beach

9.1 Excellent

BIGboss Sharko - 400m from the beach

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Peniche • 1km from center

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240m from the beach

8 Very good

Pe n'Areia House

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Peniche • 1000m from center

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300m from the beach

D WAN 3 | Peniche

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Peniche • 940m from center

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730m from the beach

9.3 Excellent

4 Elements Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Peniche • 1.3km from center

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1.2km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

1.Dezembro House

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Peniche • 180m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

560m 7 min walk

Praia do Portinho da Areia Sul Praia do Portinho da Areia Sul

7.8 Very good

1.9km 24 min walk

Praia Do Abalo Praia Do Abalo

7.7 Very good

2.1km

Praia do Portinho da Areia do Norte Praia do Portinho da Areia do Norte

7.4 Good

4.1km

Praia da Consolacao Praia da Consolacao

7.1 Good

4.5km

Praia Baleal - Sul Praia Baleal - Sul

6.8 Good

5.2km

Praia dos Barcos Praia dos Barcos

7.4 Good

5.2km

Praia Baleal - Norte Praia Baleal - Norte

8.4 Very good

6.4km

Praia de Sao Bernardino Praia de Sao Bernardino

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Peniche • 1.1km

Main locality of province

Aveiro • 156.1km

Transport

Airport

ZYD • 45.4km

Bus Station

Caldas da Rainha • 23km

Train Station

Sao Mamede • 18.9km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes?

The coastline of Praia do Carreiro de Joanes is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Praia do Carreiro de Joanes?

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

Is the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Praia do Carreiro de Joanes is partially protected from waves.

So the overall recommendation of the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes for swimming is very positive.

Is the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia do Carreiro de Joanes?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia do Carreiro de Joanes.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pizzeria Il Boccone is the closest place located 1400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes?

There are 730 places to stay in the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Praia do Carreiro de Joanes from parking?

The Praia do Carreiro de Joanes has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Praia do Carreiro de Joanes?

There are 4 attractions near Praia do Carreiro de Joanes that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia de Peniche de Cima located in 2.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia do Carreiro de Joanes?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia do Carreiro de Joanes is September. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Praia do Carreiro de Joanes (Centro) 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 do Carreiro de Joanes (Centro) 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.