Praia de Cavez
Cabeceiras de Basto, Braga · Norte
About the Beach
Praia de Cavez is in the municipality of Cabeceiras de Basto, district of Braga, in the North region. River beach with water quality rated Excellent by APA in 2025.
Amenities and Services
Amenities confirmed by Câmara Municipal de Cabeceiras de Basto, which reviewed this page at our request.
Water Quality
Beach conditions
Measured at the IPMA station in Cabeceiras de Basto, 6.7 km from here, at 23:00.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Praia de Cavez have a lifeguard?
Praia de Cavez does not have a permanent lifeguard. Take extra care.
Does Praia de Cavez hold a Blue Flag?
Praia de Cavez does not currently hold the Blue Flag certification.
Is there parking at Praia de Cavez?
Yes, there is parking near Praia de Cavez.
When is the bathing season at Praia de Cavez?
The bathing season at Praia de Cavez runs officially from 18 July to 6 September 2026, as set by the annual bathing season decree. Outside this period, access is free but unsupervised.
Are there restaurants near Praia de Cavez?
Yes — Praia de Cavez 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 de Cavez?
Outside the bathing season dogs are allowed at Praia de Cavez; during the bathing season, which runs from 18 July to 6 September 2026, they are not.
Sources
Last updated: 2026-08-25
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