6 Amazing Beaches in Porto

The beaches in the Foz area, Porto's most exclusive area, have been awarded the Blue Flag and the Gold Quality Flag. According to Deco Protesto, the beaches' flag awards are awarded by environmentalists from the Portuguese Environment Agency, who evaluate water quality. This water quality rating is based on a rigorous evaluation of the last five bathing seasons, with the water being rated as excellent.

6 Amazing Porto Beaches

1. Molhe Beach, located in the Foz do Douro area, is one of Porto's most beautiful beaches, boasting a privileged viewpoint overlooking the sea, known as the Pearl of the Douro, and characterized by its illustrious staircase. The beach is 168 meters long.

2. Homem do Leme Beach, awarded the Blue Flag, Golden Flag, and Accessible Beach for people with reduced mobility, is a beach for everyone. Located in Foz do Douro, it is a rocky beach with 374 meters of sand.

3. Praia dos Ingleses is a Blue Flag and Quality Flag beach with 86 meters of sand. Located in the upscale Foz do Douro neighborhood of Porto, it boasts delightful bars and terraces with incredible views and is completely relaxing as you admire the various types of rocks that surround the coastline.

4. Praia da Luz, located at the mouth of the harbor, is a small, rocky beach with several charming 4-star restaurants and beautiful sea views. Praia da Luz has been awarded the Blue Flag and the Gold Quality Flag.

5. Matosinhos Beach has been classified as zero pollution. Matosinhos Beach is a blue flag beach considered Porto's International Beach. It hosts several National Surfing Championships, known as the Porto & Matosinhos Wave Series. Matosinhos Beach is one of the most beautiful and famous beaches in the Porto District. It has a vast promenade with an incredible view, many bars, cafes, restaurants, and countless ice cream shops right on the seafront with stunning views. There's always plenty to do on this beach; it's a very long, lively beach with plenty of space suitable for walking. It also has a fantastic bike path for cycling.

6. Leça da Palmeira Beach is one of the most fun beaches in the Matosinhos area, ideal for surfing. It's also known for its natural pools that take advantage of the fantastic seawater.

Of course, there are many other beaches you can visit, however, these beaches are the most beautiful and award-winning beaches in the port area and a visit is essential!