CoastalBlue Flag 2026

Califórnia

Sesimbra, Setúbal · Lisboa e Vale do Tejo

Excellent(2025)

About the Beach

Califórnia is a beach in Sesimbra, in the district of Setúbal, 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

Amenities from the official APA beach registry (SNIAmb), for the bathing season. Bathing Water Profile (APA)

Water Quality

Excellent(2025)Official APA classification

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Califórnia have a lifeguard?

Yes — Califórnia has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.

Does Califórnia hold a Blue Flag?

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

Is there parking at Califórnia?

Yes, there is parking near Califórnia.

When is the bathing season at Califórnia?

The bathing season runs officially from 1 June to 30 September. 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 Califórnia?

Yes — Califórnia has food and drink on the beach or nearby — beach bars, restaurants and snack bars open during the bathing season.

Information

TypeCoastal

DistrictSetúbal

MunicipalitySesimbra

RegionLisboa e Vale do Tejo

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Califórnia

Sources

bandeiraazul.abaae.ptapambiente.pt

Last updated: 2026-06-01

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