Figueira da Foz-Relógio
Figueira da Foz, Coimbra · Centro
About the Beach
Praia da Figueira da Foz is the largest urban beach on Portugal's central coast, with a long stretch of fine sand and a famous casino that gives it a unique status among Portuguese seaside resorts. Energetic waves make it a favourite with surfers, with international competitions held regularly. The city has kept a strong bathing tradition going back to the nineteenth century.
Amenities and Services
Amenities from the official APA beach registry (SNIAmb), for the bathing season. Bathing Water Profile (APA)
Water Quality
Beach conditions
Measured at the IPMA station in Figueira da Foz, Vila Verde, 5.4 km from here, at 06:00.
Water temperature is not measured at this beach. Value modelled by Open-Meteo for 08:30.
Livecam by BeachCam (MEO)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Figueira da Foz-Relógio have a lifeguard?
Yes — Figueira da Foz-Relógio has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Figueira da Foz-Relógio hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Figueira da Foz-Relógio holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Figueira da Foz-Relógio?
Yes, there is parking near Figueira da Foz-Relógio.
When is the bathing season at Figueira da Foz-Relógio?
The bathing season at Figueira da Foz-Relógio runs officially from 13 June to 13 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 Figueira da Foz-Relógio?
Yes — Figueira da Foz-Relógio 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 Figueira da Foz-Relógio?
We have no confirmed information for Figueira da Foz-Relógio specifically. As a general rule, dogs are not allowed on Portuguese beaches during the bathing season, which at this beach runs from 13 June to 13 September 2026, except where a dedicated dog area exists; outside that period the rules are considerably more relaxed. Each municipality decides by local bylaw, so check with the Figueira da Foz town council or the signs on site.
Sources
Last updated: 2026-06-01
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