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.
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.
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.
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.