CoastalBlue Flag 2026

Arda

Viana do Castelo, Viana do Castelo · Norte

Excellent(2025)

About the Beach

Arda is a beach in Viana do Castelo, in the district of Viana do Castelo, awarded the Blue Flag in 2026 by ABAAE. This page will be expanded with more information on access, amenities and water quality.

Amenities and Services

Lifeguard

Toilets

Showers

Parking

Food & drink

Accessible

Water Quality

Excellent(2025)Official APA classification

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Arda have a lifeguard?

Arda does not have a permanent lifeguard. Take extra care.

Does Arda hold a Blue Flag?

Yes — Arda holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.

Is there parking at Arda?

There is no confirmed information about official parking at Arda.

When is the bathing season at Arda?

The bathing season runs officially from 1 June to 30 September. During this period every facility is operational and the lifeguard. Outside this period, access is free but unsupervised.

Are there restaurants near Arda?

There is no confirmed information about food and drink directly at Arda. We recommend checking options in the area before you visit.

Information

TypeCoastal

DistrictViana do Castelo

MunicipalityViana do Castelo

RegionNorte

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Arda

Sources

bandeiraazul.abaae.pt

Last updated: 2026-04-30

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