Ribeira Grande
Sertã, Castelo Branco · Centro
About the Beach
Ribeira Grande is a beach in Sertã, in the district of Castelo Branco, 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. Bathing Water Profile (APA)
Water Quality
Beach conditions
Measured at the IPMA station in Pedrógão Grande (CMPG), 14.3 km from here, at 01:00.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ribeira Grande have a lifeguard?
Yes — Ribeira Grande has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Ribeira Grande hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Ribeira Grande holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Ribeira Grande?
Yes, there is parking near Ribeira Grande.
When is the bathing season at Ribeira Grande?
The bathing season at Ribeira Grande 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 Ribeira Grande?
Yes — Ribeira Grande 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 Ribeira Grande?
We have no confirmed information for Ribeira Grande specifically. As a general rule, dogs are not allowed on Portuguese beaches during the bathing season, which at this beach runs from 15 June to 15 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 Sertã town council or the signs on site.
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Last updated: 2026-06-01
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