Find your kind of beach day.

Atlantic surf, sheltered-looking coves and long stretches of sand. Explore the local coast, then get familiar with the flags and bathing zones before going in.

Golden cliffs and sea stacks above the blue water and beach at Praia da Marinha
Praia da Marinha, Lagoa, AlgarvePhoto credits

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Before you swim

Know the flags. Read the beach.

Our illustrated water-safety guide explains Portugal’s bathing signals, lifeguard supervision, swimming and board-sport zones, rip currents and coastal cliffs.

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Read what each signal means in the guide.