Piscina do Carapacho
Santa Cruz da Graciosa, Açores · Açores
About the Beach
Piscina do Carapacho is a beach in Santa Cruz da Graciosa, in the district of the Azores, 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. Water quality (SNIRH/APA)
Water Quality
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Piscina do Carapacho have a lifeguard?
Yes — Piscina do Carapacho has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Piscina do Carapacho hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Piscina do Carapacho holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Piscina do Carapacho?
Yes, there is parking near Piscina do Carapacho.
When is the bathing season at Piscina do Carapacho?
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 Piscina do Carapacho?
Yes — Piscina do Carapacho 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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