The Silver Coast

Coast of Central Portugal

Figueira da Foz, Beira Litoral

The Silver Coast, with emphasis on Figueira da Foz , is the coast of Portugal that runs from Barrinha in Esmoriz in the district of Aveiro to the municipality of Torres Vedras, already in the district (state) from Lisbon.

There are about 260 km of beaches in the Beiras, in the Center of Portugal. All this an hour north of Lisbon.

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Beach in Figueira da Foz, District of Coimbra, Beira Litoral, Central Region (Beiras) © Google Earth Pro


Beaches for all audiences and tastes: familiar, popular, suitable for the practice of water sports, such as surfing and windusrf, or other sports.


Centre of Portugal, Beautiful Beaches and Gastronomy

A few hours from the main cities in the country (Lisbon, Porto and Coimbra), the beautiful beaches, especially the beaches of Buarcos and Claridade, at Figueira da Foz, combined with excellent cuisine, good hotels and restaurants make the Silver Coast the right choice for an unforgettable holiday with family or friends.


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Beaches in Figueira da Foz, View of Cabo Mondego, District of Coimbra, Beira Litoral, Central Region (Beiras) © Google Earth Pro



The Silver Coast, as in Figueira da Foz, is one of the most spectacular stretches (sections) of the Coast of Portugal. Other incredible spots are: Peniche (the Wave Capital), Berlengas (Reserva da Biosphere), São Martinho do Porto (postcard of the region), a long list! See the Best Beaches below.


Silver Coast Beaches

The highlight of the Silver Coast, to choose a place, is Figueira da Foz, with its trendy beaches in summer, which is the right choice for a successful holiday.

But, great beaches are scattered along the Silver Coast: Nazaré (in the world's top surfing) and its waves, São Pedro de Moel and its natural beauties and many others. See Best Beaches on the Silver Coast


Main Attractions on the Silver Coast

• the beaches, starting with Figueira da Foz and its 34 km of wide sands;

• the sports activities offered;

• the lively nights in the bars and restaurants;

gastronomy, accompanied by good local wines;


What to see on the Silver Coast

The beautiful beaches of Figueira da Foz are among the incredible attractions, especially Praia da Claridade. Other beaches that deserve a special itinerary: Nazaré, Peniche, Praia da Vieira.

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Beach in Figueira da Foz, District of Coimbra, Beira Litoral, Central Region (Beiras) © Google Earth Pro


What to do on the Silver Coast

• Water sports (surfing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, bodyboarding) and others are among the activities to choose from. your active holiday on the Silver Coast.

• Themed tours, hikes and excursions

• taste the delights of the varied local cuisine, accompanied by its good wines.