CoastalBlue Flag 2026

Guincho Sul

Cascais, Lisboa · Lisboa e Vale do Tejo

Excellent(2025)

About the Beach

Guincho Sul is a beach in Cascais, in the district of Lisbon, 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

Water Quality

Excellent(2025)Official APA classification

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Guincho Sul have a lifeguard?

Guincho Sul does not have a permanent lifeguard. Take extra care.

Does Guincho Sul hold a Blue Flag?

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

Is there parking at Guincho Sul?

There is no confirmed information about official parking at Guincho Sul.

When is the bathing season at Guincho Sul?

The bathing season runs officially from 1 June to 30 September. During this period every facility is operational and the lifeguard. Outside this period, access is free but unsupervised.

Are there restaurants near Guincho Sul?

There is no confirmed information about food and drink directly at Guincho Sul. We recommend checking options in the area before you visit.

Information

TypeCoastal

DistrictLisboa

MunicipalityCascais

RegionLisboa e Vale do Tejo

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Guincho Sul

Sources

bandeiraazul.abaae.pt

Last updated: 2026-04-30

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