Surfing in Portugal

Hostels & Surf

Native Portuguese often turn to the sea and are great at that since the era of Vasco da Gama and Christopher Columbus. Of course, nowadays it's not about rulling a wealthy empire; on the contrary, the natural tendency of Portuguese people towards the sea on the XXI century is actually very modest - to make waves along the northern coast. This article is for every wind, body or conventional surfer out there and for every chick who's not really that much into surf but is willing to find her surfer (you gotta know where they are!). Check out the hottest places to surf and find surfers in Portugal!

Ericeira This is one of the most pleasant fishing villages in Portugal and amazingly its rising popularity hasn't ruined its traditional way of life. Its beaches have been discovered by surfers and are now internationally renowned. Plus, there are a lot of surf schools and national and international competitions that have put Ericeira in the itinerary of this world sport. Due to its natural conditions, Ericeira is undoubtedly a privileged location to practise your surfing skills. The diversity of the waves in the different beaches makes it perfect for whatever your level is, beginner, professional or just wannabe. If you are just a regular beachgoer then Praia do Sul or Praia do Norte is the best for you; in case you are a wave rocker, the primitive Praia de São Sebastião will be music to your ears.

Residencial Vinnus Residencial Vinnus is a cosy hostel in the center of Ericeira where you can walk to the beach. You'll also find several restaurants, cafes and bars at a walking distance and all kind of shopping stores (surf clothing brands like rip curl, billabong, roxy, volcom, quicksilver and others are everywhere!). Ericeira is definitely one of the best places to stay! Book Residencial Vinnus now!

BlueBuddha Hostel BlueBuddha Hostel is located in front of the ocean. You'll be amazed by the tranquility, the silence, the blue, the ocean and the comfort of this wonderful place, where you'll finaly be able to balance your energies. Surrender to the breath-taking ocean view in this hostel! There is a garden and a lounge with fireplace - you can get pretty cold after a couple of hours surfing so this is most definitely a plus! They can give you surf lessons (beginners and advanced) and also an Ayurvédica massage - whatever that means - to help you ease the pain after a bad wave. Book BlueBuddha Hostel now!

Sagres (Algarve) Sagres is the only area in Portugal where there are two coasts (south and west) because it is a a windswept shelf-like promontory, so it offers different conditions that fully satisfy your surfing needs.

Good Feeling Hostel Algarve The owners of this hostel come from Oporto and left great wines behind to follow their passion for surf in Sagres. This city has excellent conditions to practise this activity the whole year, so they decided to open a hostel. Hugo Taipa and Miguel have been surfing for a long time and have participated in various competitions so they know a lot about surf. Their hostel has a strategic position - it's the nearest to the best beach to surf! There are a lot of hidden beaches around that no tourist would be able to find without Hugo and Miguel's help! They also take you to the beach everyday, so you don't have to worry about renting a car. Besides, even if you're not really into surfing and just want to work on your tan, you are still welcome! Hugo and Miguel host their guests as if they're friends: they cook for you and make sure you're always entertained! Book Good Feeling Hostel Algarve now!

Quinta da Pedra B&B

This B&B is a renovated farmhouse set within three acres of farmland and is on the outskirts of Vila do Bispo, a village in the West Algarve. They have wireless Internet access so you can always check where the craziest waves are! Book Quinta da Pedra B&B now!

Peniche Peniche is a very privileged city in many aspects - one of which, of course, is its wonderful seaside. This Peninsula is known worldwide for its perfect conditions for surfing. Here, you can surf every day, whatever the direction of the wind or swells is. The road to Carvoeiro Cape is an unforgettable sight with exotic and rare scenery and geological formations. Peniche is a land of fishermen, so it's not hard to conclude that you're going to have the opportunity to taste delicious seafood! The best dishes are fresh fish, stew fish, lobster and grilled sardines. After all, you can't leave your stomach empty after spending an entire day rocking the hardest waves, so gastronomy takes a very important role!

Peniche Hostel These guys can help you find the perfect surf school to improve your surfing skills, in case you're, erm... how can we put it? Not very good at it. This is a heavenly-like place for backpackers, surfers, and people travelling alone or in small groups. Peniche hostel was totally renovated in the late 90's and it has a fully equipped kitchen (again, food is important!). If you forget your fundamental equipment at home, don't worry: here, you'll find surfboards and bicycles to rent. There are bars and restaurants nearby - after all, there is no sea life without great night life (especially when you have a tan like that and orangey-blondie hair, the result of the waxe&sea combination)! Besides surfing on the nearby beaches, you can also visit the historic XIV century fortress, small churches and ancient builldings all over town - there's a cultural geek inside all of us... Book Peniche Hostel now!

Peniche Beach House Peniche Beach House is located right in front of the Peniche Kite & Surf Center and 300m from downtown Peniche. Alright, I mentioned the word 'Peniche' three times on the same sentence but there's a reason for that: try not to do it when you had the time of your life in this cute little fishermen's town. In this fabulous beach house, you'll find rooms with great panoramic views. Besides, it is very close to the beach and supermarkets, so you won’t be needing a car. Book Peniche Beach House now!

In case you are an unsatiable surfer and want to explore the entire Portuguese coastline, click here to find more destinations and hostels!

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