Prainha de Água d'Alto
Vila Franca do Campo, Açores · Açores
About the Beach
Prainha de Água d'Alto is a beach in Vila Franca do Campo, 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 Prainha de Água d'Alto have a lifeguard?
Yes — Prainha de Água d'Alto has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Prainha de Água d'Alto hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Prainha de Água d'Alto holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Prainha de Água d'Alto?
Yes, there is parking near Prainha de Água d'Alto.
When is the bathing season at Prainha de Água d'Alto?
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 Prainha de Água d'Alto?
Yes — Prainha de Água d'Alto 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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