Praia de Cortegaça
Ovar, Aveiro · Centro
About the Beach
Praia de Cortegaça is one of the most preserved beaches on the Ovar coast, with large dunes and a well-kept pine wood reaching down to the sand. Water quality and the protected natural setting make it much loved. The area has been the subject of dune-protection works that have helped preserve its natural beauty.
Length: 4.0 km
Amenities and Services
Amenities confirmed by Câmara Municipal de Ovar, which reviewed this page at our request. Source provided by the municipality
Water Quality
Beach conditions
Measured at the IPMA station in Espinho/Aeródromo, 3.9 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 de Cortegaça have a lifeguard?
Yes — Praia de Cortegaça has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Praia de Cortegaça hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Praia de Cortegaça holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Praia de Cortegaça?
Yes, there is parking near Praia de Cortegaça.
When is the bathing season at Praia de Cortegaça?
The bathing season at Praia de Cortegaça runs officially from 13 June to 15 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 de Cortegaça?
Yes — Praia de Cortegaça 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 Cortegaça?
No. Dogs are not allowed at Praia de Cortegaça.
Sources
Last updated: 2026-08-19
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