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7.5

Very good

Praia do Monte Branco

Monte Branco Beach

Torreira, Portugal

#24 out of 61 in Centro

7.5

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for Sup surfing

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Located within the settlement

Torreira • 0.8 km

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About

Praia do Monte Branco is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 24th place out of 61 beaches in the Centro region 13.2 km away from its center, the city of Aveiro. It is one of the beaches of Torreira settlement, just 0.8 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with blue water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Praia do Monte Branco coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

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

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

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Torreira, which has a rating of 7.4.

Praia do Monte Branco is located in Centro within Torreira, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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

+20 ^o C +15 ^o C

Air temperature

4 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.2 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Torreira • 0.8 km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

580m from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Casa Gaivina 1

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 1.3km from center

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1.1km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Xavega Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 480m from center

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1.1km from the beach

8.1 Very good

JuHouse

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 730m from center

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2.3km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Casa dos Flamingos

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 3km from center

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3.6km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Casa Praia e Ria

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 3km from center

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3.9km from the beach

8.3 Very good

Pousada da Ria - Charming Hotel

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 4.7km from center

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5km from the beach

Murtosa House

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 5.7km from center

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10.3km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Casa da Ilha dos Ovos

Entire Apartment

Sao Jacinto • 11km from center

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Apartamento encantador perto da praia, em Sao Jacinto

10.4km from the beach

7.5 Very good

Apartamento encantador perto da praia, em Sao Jacinto

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 11km from center

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Moradia proxima da praia do Areinho, na Ria, e praia dos Marretas

10.5km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

Moradia proxima da praia do Areinho, na Ria, e praia dos Marretas

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 10km from center

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10.5km from the beach

Ria Surf House

Entire House

Furadouro • 10km from center

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10.9km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Altamira NB

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Torreira • 11.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

What to do in Praia do Monte Branco? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Praia do Monte Branco can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

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Nearest Beaches

1.3km 17 min walk

Praia da Torreira Praia da Torreira

7.4 Good

5.1km

Praia do Bico Praia do Bico

7.9 Very good

10.1km

Praia de Sao Jacinto Praia de Sao Jacinto

7.8 Very good

10.8km

Praia do Areinho Praia do Areinho

7.2 Good

12.6km

Praia Artificial de Aveiro - Urban Beach Praia Artificial de Aveiro - Urban Beach

7.8 Very good

13.7km

Praia do Furadouro Praia do Furadouro

7 Good

14.3km

Praia da Barra Praia da Barra

8 Very good

15.8km

Praia da Costa Nova Praia da Costa Nova

7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Torreira • 890m

Main locality of province

Aveiro • 13.2km

Transport

Airport

OPO • 55km

Train Station

Estarreja • 10.6km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.5 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.5 Very good

Oya Halisoglu

2 Very poor

I don't know what's wrong with those who commented before and gave 4.2p to this swamp. Simply disgusting, full of maggots. Strange insects and worms sprout as you dig in the sand. If you tried to swim there you should wash your clothes 3 times to remove the dirt or you have to throw them away.

Enver Talat

2 Very poor

it was disgusting full of worms, bugs and filth. The bottom of the lake was completely swampy. You can't even move. dangerous for children.

Anna Khabibova

10 Exceptional

Nice place.

Jorge Ferreira Cardoso

8 Very good

A Praia do Monte Branco situada na Torreira é uma praia estuarina da Ria de Aveiro com um bom areal , vigiada e normalmente protegida do vento . Dispõe de fácil estacionamento e de bons serviços de apoio . Está classificada com bandeira azul.

MagicHand Support

10 Exceptional

Praia Bandeira Azul com optimas condições, principalmente para familias com crianças. Praia abrigada do vento e sem o perigo das ondas do mar.

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Praia do Monte Branco?

The coastline of Praia do Monte Branco is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Praia do Monte Branco?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Praia do Monte Branco has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Praia do Monte Branco is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Praia do Monte Branco good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Praia do Monte Branco does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia do Monte Branco for swimming is positive.

Is the Praia do Monte Branco 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 very smooth.

Is the Praia do Monte Branco secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Praia do Monte Branco is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Praia do Monte Branco?

Praia do Monte Branco can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Senior people

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia do Monte Branco?

The bar is located right on the Praia do Monte Branco.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia do Monte Branco?

There are 89 places to stay in the Praia do Monte Branco area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia do Monte Branco include:

Pousada da Ria - Charming Hotel

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Praia do Monte Branco from parking?

The Praia do Monte Branco 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia do Monte Branco?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia do Monte Branco is July. Its average value reaches 23°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 13°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Praia do Monte Branco (Centro) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Praia do Monte Branco a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.