Guides, articles and tips about beaches in Portugal
A guide to accessible river beaches in Portugal: accessibility criteria, a list of beaches with boardwalks and amphibious chairs, practical tips for reduced mobility inland.
Official Blue Flag 2026 list published by ABAAE: 396 awarded beaches in Portugal by region and municipality, plus 21 marinas and 21 boats. The Algarve and the North lead with 86 beaches each.
100+ of the best family beaches in Portugal for 2026: official Blue Flag status, lifeguard cover, amenities and safety tips by region.
9 nudist and naturist beaches in Portugal for 2026: official beaches, clothing-optional spots, the law, tips and etiquette explained.
8 dog-friendly beaches in Portugal for 2026: dedicated dog areas, dog-tolerant river beaches, the law and practical tips for taking your dog to the beach.
The 95 official accessible beaches in Portugal for 2026 (INRP programme): ramps, boardwalks, amphibious chairs, adapted toilets. By region, with practical tips.
The 4 official APA water-quality ratings for Portuguese beaches in 2026 — Excellent, Good, Sufficient and Poor — explained, with links to check up-to-date InfoÁgua data.
9 of the best river beaches in Portugal for families in 2026: Adaúfe, Loriga, Dornes and more, with official APA water-quality ratings. Calm, safe water in the middle of nature.
What does Blue Flag mean for beaches? The criteria, who certifies them and how many beaches in Portugal hold the award in 2025.
Discover the best beaches near Lisbon: Cascais, Sesimbra, Costa da Caparica and Guincho. With transport, water quality and practical tips.
A complete guide to the best beaches in the Algarve in 2026: water quality, Blue Flag, amenities and practical tips for each beach.
