Name: While the beach is undeniably gorgeous, it's important to exercise caution when approaching the pool area due to the slippery stone stairs. A fall on these stairs could result in serious injury from the sharp lava rocks, so it's best to be aware and take extra care.
Item: Santa Cruz das Flores
Rating: 8
Author: S. R.

About Lajes das Flores

Lajes das Flores town is located in Azores Portugal, and famous for its magnificent mountain scenery and turquoise waters of an incredible deep color! It seems that nature created it for one purpose - to make your vacation unforgettable!

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Santa Cruz das Flores

Santa Cruz das Flores 0.6 km

Good

7.6

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Concrete cover • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

2.2 Amenities index

Praia da Calheta

Lajes das Flores 0.6 km

Pleasant

6.7

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Turquoise pure water • Gray sand & rocks • Sand & Rocks bottom

2.6 Amenities index

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Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches.

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The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Lajes das Flores, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of town are mainly narrow. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Concrete beaches dominate the rest!

Usually, the depth increases quite fast. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

2 out of 2 beaches in Lajes das Flores are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

Latest reviews on Lajes das Flores's beaches

Santa Cruz das Flores

8 S. R.

While the beach is undeniably gorgeous, it's important to exercise caution when approaching the pool area due to the slippery stone stairs. A fall on these stairs could result in serious injury from the sharp lava rocks, so it's best to be aware and take extra care.

Praia da Calheta

8 Nathaniel Krenz

This sandy beach is truly a gem of the island. Its natural beauty is unparalleled, making it a must-visit destination for any beach lover.

The warmest month during the year in this area is August, with the air temperature rising up to 23°C and the water temperature up to 23.6°C. The coldest month is February, with the air temperature dropping down to 16°C and the water temperature down to 16.7°C.

Most viewed beaches of Lajes das Flores

Santa Cruz das Flores

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water

Flores island, Santa Cruz das Flores 0.6 km

Praia da Calheta

6.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water

Flores island, Lajes das Flores 0.6 km

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