Praia das Maçãs
Sintra, Lisboa · Lisboa e Vale do Tejo
About the Beach
Praia das Maçãs is the most popular beach in Sintra, with a lively atmosphere and a good range of restaurants and bars by the sand. The historic Sintra tram, which once linked the town to the beach, is a symbol of the area's bathing tradition. Moderate waves and easy access make it a favourite for both surfers and bathers.
Length: 400 m
Amenities and Services
Amenities from the official APA beach registry (SNIAmb), for the bathing season. Bathing Water Profile (APA)
Water Quality
Beach conditions
Measured at the IPMA station in Cabo da Roca, 5.4 km from here, at 23:00.
Water temperature is not measured at this beach. Value modelled by Open-Meteo for 01:30.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Praia das Maçãs have a lifeguard?
Yes — Praia das Maçãs has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Praia das Maçãs hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Praia das Maçãs holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Praia das Maçãs?
Yes, there is parking near Praia das Maçãs.
When is the bathing season at Praia das Maçãs?
The bathing season at Praia das Maçãs runs officially from 30 May to 13 September 2026, as set by the annual bathing season decree. During this period the support facilities are operational and the lifeguard is on duty. Outside this period, access is free but unsupervised.
Are there restaurants near Praia das Maçãs?
Yes — Praia das Maçãs has food and drink on the beach or nearby — beach bars, restaurants and snack bars open during the bathing season.
Can I bring my dog to Praia das Maçãs?
We have no confirmed information for Praia das Maçãs specifically. As a general rule, dogs are not allowed on Portuguese beaches during the bathing season, which at this beach runs from 30 May to 13 September 2026, except where a dedicated dog area exists; outside that period the rules are considerably more relaxed. Each municipality decides by local bylaw, so check with the Sintra town council or the signs on site.
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Last updated: 2026-06-01
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