Portugal has over 800 km of coastline and there’s just about every type of beach you could wish for. Roughly half of Portugal’s western border is formed by its long Atlantic shoreline giving Portugal hundreds of kilometres of breathtaking beaches. Whether you want untouched acres of soft sand, rocky shores crashing with waves or typical holiday beaches for families, friends, parties and gatherings, you can find it all here.

Some of Portugal’s most famous beaches are in the south, but along the west coast sleepy old towns spill down to the shoreline or sit atop steep cliffs offering some of the most picturesque places to sit, relax and take in the scenery. Of course, if you want more of a buzz then the bigger towns along the coast are the places to head for.