Praia de Mosteiro
Pedrógão Grande, Leiria · Centro
About the Beach
Situated in the municipality of Pedrógão Grande, Praia Fluvial do Mosteiro lies between the parishes of Pedrógão and Vila Facaia, in a rural setting of great beauty shaped by the Ribeira de Pera, a tributary of the Zêzere river. Part of the Aldeia do Xisto do Mosteiro (schist village), this beach stands out for its tranquil atmosphere and strong natural setting, with alders, cork oaks and oaks lining the watercourse and providing pleasant shaded spots. The surroundings are also marked by cultural heritage tied to rural life and traditional farming practices, including an old olive press and a water mill. Praia Fluvial do Mosteiro is a place where nature, water, heritage and rural memory meet, offering an authentic experience of the landscape and the territory's identity. The official bathing season runs from 15 June to 15 September, during which dogs are discouraged. The ground is grassy, not sandy.
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 Pedrógão Grande (CMPG), 3.2 km from here, at 07:00.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Praia de Mosteiro have a lifeguard?
Yes — Praia de Mosteiro has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Praia de Mosteiro hold a Blue Flag?
Praia de Mosteiro does not currently hold the Blue Flag certification.
Is there parking at Praia de Mosteiro?
Yes, there is parking near Praia de Mosteiro.
When is the bathing season at Praia de Mosteiro?
The bathing season at Praia de Mosteiro runs officially from 15 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 Mosteiro?
Yes — Praia de Mosteiro 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 Mosteiro?
Outside the bathing season dogs are allowed at Praia de Mosteiro; during the bathing season, which runs from 15 June to 15 September 2026, they are not.
Sources
Last updated: 2026-08-18
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