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At first glance, the diversity of the beaches of the Centro does not have a prominent distinctive feature. There is no clear predominance of mountain landscapes or crystal sea, on the contrary, everything seems balanced. Perhaps this is one of the reasons why the flow of tourists continues to grow from year to year.

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Praia de Mira

Praia de Mira

4 beaches
Natural shadow • Good for Sup surfing • Good for Surfing
Praia da Vagueira

Praia da Vagueira

5 beaches
Good for Surfing • Good for Relax • Sand
Costa Nova

Costa Nova

6 beaches
Football ground • Good for Surfing • Good for Relax
Gentias

Gentias

10 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking
Pedrogao

Pedrogao

4 beaches
Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking • Good for Sup surfing
Praia da Tocha

Praia da Tocha

1 beach
Good for Surfing • Good for Relax • Fine sand
Torreira

Torreira

5 beaches
Natural shadow • Football ground • Kite or windsurfing
Praia de Buarcos

Praia de Buarcos

5 beaches
Good for Surfing • Good for Relax • Fine sand
Sao Martinho do Porto

Sao Martinho do Porto

7 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for diving
Praia da Vieira

Praia da Vieira

3 beaches
Natural shadow • Good for Kayaking • Good for Sup surfing
Furadouro

Furadouro

4 beaches
Natural shadow • Good for Sup surfing • Good for Surfing
Sao Pedro

Sao Pedro

6 beaches
Good for Surfing • Good for Relax • Fine sand
Ferrel

Ferrel

15 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Porto Novo

Porto Novo

8 beaches
Cliffs • Good for Kayaking • Kite or windsurfing
Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz

9 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking
Costa de Lavos

Costa de Lavos

6 beaches
Good for Relax • Fine sand
Praia de Esmoriz

Praia de Esmoriz

6 beaches
Good for Surfing • Beach volleyball • Good for Relax
Leirosa

Leirosa

5 beaches
Good for Relax • Fine sand • Long
Casal da Murta

Casal da Murta

15 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for Surfing
Ribamar

Ribamar

9 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking
Casal da Vala

Casal da Vala

14 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Consolacao

Consolacao

14 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Sao Bernardino

Sao Bernardino

15 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Seixal

Seixal

10 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking
Serra da Pescaria

Serra da Pescaria

5 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for diving
Serra de Mangues

Serra de Mangues

5 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for diving
Nazare

Nazare

7 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for diving
Vale Furado

Vale Furado

6 beaches
Cliffs • Good for diving • Good for Surfing
Pedra do Ouro

Pedra do Ouro

4 beaches
Cliffs • Good for Surfing • Beach volleyball
Sao Pedro de Moel

Sao Pedro de Moel

4 beaches
Cliffs • Good for Surfing • Beach volleyball
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Praia Lagoa da Ervedeira
Praia Lagoa da Ervedeira
Praia Lagoa da Ervedeira

Praia Lagoa da Ervedeira

Ervedeira 1.2 km
Very good
8.5
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue water • Crowded in season
4.3 Amenities index
Praia do Portinho da Areia Sul
Praia do Portinho da Areia Sul
Praia do Portinho da Areia Sul

Praia do Portinho da Areia Sul

Peniche 0.7 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Very crowded
4 Amenities index
Praia Artificial de Aveiro - Urban Beach
Praia Artificial de Aveiro - Urban Beach
Praia Artificial de Aveiro - Urban Beach

Praia Artificial de Aveiro - Urban Beach

Aveiro 0.7 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue pure water • Crowded in season
3.8 Amenities index
Praia Da Cova Gala
Praia Da Cova Gala
Praia Da Cova Gala

Praia Da Cova Gala

Sao Pedro 0.6 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise water • Fine sand bottom
3.2 Amenities index
Praia do Areinho
Praia do Areinho
Praia do Areinho

Praia do Areinho

Marinha 1.4 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Blue water • Sand bottom
3.8 Amenities index
Praia do Areal Sul
Praia do Areal Sul
Praia do Areal Sul
Senior friendly

Praia do Areal Sul

Seixal 1.2 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright fine sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
4.4 Amenities index
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Popular types of Centro beaches

Picturesque
Picturesque
Sand
Sand
Kids friendly
Kids friendly
Naturist beach
Naturist beach
Hotel beach
Hotel beach
Natural shadow
Natural shadow
Pet friendly
Pet friendly
Beaches in small bays
Beaches in small bays
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
Sup-surfing
Sup-surfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 61 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Centro.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Centro

Praia do Bom Sucesso

Praia do Bom Sucesso
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Portugal, Foz do Arelho 2.1 km
Praia do Areao

Praia do Areao
8.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water, Sand bottom
Portugal, Praia do Areao 0.1 km
Praia Do Abalo

Praia Do Abalo
7.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Portugal, Peniche 1.6 km
Praia da Torreira

Praia da Torreira
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Blue water, Fine sand bottom
Portugal, Torreira 0.6 km
Plaia Herdade Lago Real

Plaia Herdade Lago Real
7.4
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Portugal, Samoucal 0.5 km
Praia do Portinho da Areia do Norte

Praia do Portinho da Areia do Norte
7.4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Portugal, Peniche 1.4 km
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Sandy beaches in Centro

Nazare Beach
Praia da Nazare

Nazare Beach
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Portugal, Nazare 0.7 km
Sao Martinho do Porto

Sao Martinho do Porto
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue water
Portugal, Sao Martinho do Porto 0.7 km
Praia de Santa Cruz

Praia de Santa Cruz
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Portugal, Santa Cruz 0.9 km
Praia da Tocha

Praia da Tocha
7.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Blue water
Portugal, Praia da Tocha 0.2 km
Claridade Beach

Claridade Beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Blue water, Fine sand bottom
Portugal, Praia de Buarcos 0.5 km
Praia Azul

Praia Azul
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Portugal, Gentias 1.1 km
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Long beaches in Centro

Praia de Porto Novo

Praia de Porto Novo
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Porto Novo 0.1 km
Praia de Sao Pedro de Maceda

Praia de Sao Pedro de Maceda
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Cortegaca 3.6 km
Praia de Quiaios

Praia de Quiaios
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Praia de Quiaios 0.3 km
Praia da Foz do Arelho

Praia da Foz do Arelho
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Foz do Arelho 1 km
Praia Baleal - Norte

Praia Baleal - Norte
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Portugal, Parque Residencial Balealcoop 1 km
Praia do Poco da Cruz

Praia do Poco da Cruz
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Barra de Mira 0.8 km
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Wild and hidden beaches in Centro

Praia do Bico

Praia do Bico
7.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Portugal, Balsa 0.9 km
Praia dos Barcos

Praia dos Barcos
7.4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water
Portugal, Parque Residencial Balealcoop 1.4 km
Praia de Vale Pombas

Praia de Vale Pombas
7.4
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Sao Bernardino 1.8 km
Praia da Ponta da Vela

Praia da Ponta da Vela
7.3
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Portugal, Cambelas 0.5 km
Praia das Hortas

Praia das Hortas
7.1
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Portugal, Cambelas 0.7 km
Praia do Carreiro de Joanes

Praia do Carreiro de Joanes
6.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Portugal, Peniche 1.1 km
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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Centro

Praia Osso da Baleia

Praia Osso da Baleia
8.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Alhais 5.3 km
Praia da Barra

Praia da Barra
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Portugal, Barra 1.1 km
Praia de Constancia

Praia de Constancia
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Green pure water
Portugal, Constancia 0.3 km
Praia de Sao Jacinto

Praia de Sao Jacinto
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Sao Jacinto 1.6 km
Praia do Cabedelinho

Praia do Cabedelinho
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Portugal, Figueira da Foz 1 km
Praia do Monte Branco

Praia do Monte Branco
7.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Portugal, Torreira 0.8 km
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Good for surfing beaches in Centro

Praia da Areia Branca

Praia da Areia Branca
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Portugal, Seixal 1.2 km
Praia da Mina

Praia da Mina
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Portugal, Vale Furado 1.8 km
Praia da Consolacao

Praia da Consolacao
7.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Portugal, Consolacao 0.6 km
Praia do Furadouro

Praia do Furadouro
7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Blue water
Portugal, Furadouro 0.3 km
Praia da Vagueira

Praia da Vagueira
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue water, Fine sand bottom
Portugal, Praia da Vagueira 0.5 km
Praia de Santa Rita

Praia de Santa Rita
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Portugal, Porto Novo 0.4 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Centro, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 34.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Centro is less than 500 meters. 61 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Centro beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Centro's beaches

Praia Da Cova Gala
8 Lorenzo Silva.

The shoreline of this beach exhibits a greater degree of undulation and is subject to more gusts of wind than its northern counterparts. Nevertheless, it remains a highly enjoyable and pleasant location to spend time.

Praia do Areal Sul
10 Saraiya Nalanda Kusuma

This stunning beach boasts immaculate stretches of soft, sandy shores that are absolutely pristine. With no pesky stones or unsightly seaweed in sight, it's an idyllic spot for anyone seeking a serene seaside escape. Even those new to surfing will find the gentle waves here to be the perfect playground for honing their skills.

Praia de Valmitao
10 Kieran Novak.

We exchanged our vows in a cozy wedding ceremony at this breathtaking beach. The pristine shoreline and crystal-clear waters created an idyllic backdrop for our special day. The soft sand and gentle waves added a touch of romance to the atmosphere. This beach is truly a gem, perfect for intimate gatherings and cherished memories.

Praia da Costa Nova
10 Z R.

When journeying through Aveiro, a must-see destination is the captivating beach of Costa Nova. The charming houses lining the shore are a delightful sight, bursting with a spectrum of vibrant hues. Take a leisurely stroll along the sandy expanse or dive into the crystal-clear waters for a refreshing swim. This beach is a true gem, radiating natural beauty that is not to be missed.

Praia de Mira
10 LenaR Silva

I really enjoy this beach town! It's peaceful during the winter months but still has its charm. The majority of the restaurants, shops, and bars remain open, and they're all conveniently located within walking distance.

Sao Pedro de Moel
10 Sami Khaled

This exquisite stretch of sand is a serene paradise, especially during our visit when it was delightfully uncrowded. However, the waves are not for the faint of heart or those with tiny tots in tow - they pack quite a punch. But if you're a seasoned surfer seeking a thrill, this could be your ultimate hang ten haven.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 23 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is September - air temperature during this time warms up to 24.7°C and water up to 18.8°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 12.6°C and water to 13.4°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Centro? In total there are 61 beaches and the most popular is Praia de Porto Novo.

Most viewed beaches of Centro

Praia da Costa Nova

Praia da Costa Nova
7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Portugal, Costa Nova 0.6 km
Praia de Esmoriz

Praia de Esmoriz
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, White fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Portugal, Praia de Esmoriz 0.6 km
Praia de Sao Bernardino

Praia de Sao Bernardino
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water
Portugal, Sao Bernardino 0.5 km
Praia Baleal - Sul

Praia Baleal - Sul
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue water
Portugal, Casal da Vala 2.4 km
Sao Pedro de Moel

Sao Pedro de Moel
6.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water
Portugal, Sao Pedro de Moel 0.3 km
Praia da Costa de Lavos

Praia da Costa de Lavos
6.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue water, Fine sand bottom
Portugal, Costa de Lavos 0.5 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Centro?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Centro, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 61 beaches in total, of which about 13 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

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The best beaches in Centro:

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To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Centro, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Centro?

Most of the beaches located in Centro are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Centro by access:

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Centro?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Centro?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Centro by occupancy.

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If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

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Which beaches in Centro are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

The selections of the beaches in Centro according to the recommended audience:

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How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Centro?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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