Praia do Meco
Sesimbra, Setúbal · Lisboa e Vale do Tejo
About the Beach
Praia do Meco is known for its naturist section, one of the most popular nudist beaches in Portugal, on a coast of cliffs and pine wood. Powerful waves and the wilder setting also attract surfers and lovers of less conventional beaches. The footprint of bathing development is discreet, preserving the natural character of the place.
Length: 1.5 km
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 Almada, P.Rainha, 14.5 km from here, at 22:00.
Water temperature is not measured at this beach. Value modelled by Open-Meteo for 01:30.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Praia do Meco have a lifeguard?
Yes — Praia do Meco has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Praia do Meco hold a Blue Flag?
Praia do Meco does not currently hold the Blue Flag certification.
Is there parking at Praia do Meco?
Yes, there is parking near Praia do Meco.
When is the bathing season at Praia do Meco?
The bathing season at Praia do Meco runs officially from 4 June to 13 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 do Meco?
Yes — Praia do Meco 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 do Meco?
We have no confirmed information for Praia do Meco specifically. As a general rule, dogs are not allowed on Portuguese beaches during the bathing season, which at this beach runs from 4 June to 13 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 Sesimbra town council or the signs on site.
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Last updated: 2026-06-01
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