Cortegaça
Ovar, Aveiro · Centro
About the Beach
Cortegaça is a beach in Ovar, in the district of Aveiro, 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
Amenities from the official APA beach registry (SNIAmb), for the bathing season. Bathing Water Profile (APA)
Water Quality
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cortegaça have a lifeguard?
Yes — Cortegaça has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Cortegaça hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Cortegaça holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Cortegaça?
Yes, there is parking near Cortegaça.
When is the bathing season at Cortegaça?
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 Cortegaça?
Yes — Cortegaça has food and drink on the beach or nearby — beach bars, restaurants and snack bars open during the bathing season.
Sources
Last updated: 2026-06-01
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