Surf And Ericeira

On the road up north, 45km from Lisbon City, we find Ericeira coast, and the beautifull beaches. A fishing village with a lot of tradition linked to the sea, known as one of the world’s surfing reserves. It currently hosts world championships such as the WSL World Surf League competitions.
When we were yong, exploring the reefs and his biodiversity was our way of learning about the tides the waves and the currents. The tall cliffs and with small sandy or reef coves.

The preservation of Mediterranean natural habitats and the surf culture make Ericeira a destination for surfers from around the world, from beginners to the best surfer in the world.
The part of the coast that is considered by the American organisation Save the Waves Coalition as the 1st surfing reserve in Europe and the 2nd in the world with 8km long includes beaches that are a worldwide known,
The diversity of waves provides various degrees of difficulty and therefore excellent conditions for world class surf, The waves are Pedra Branca, Reef, Ribeira d'Ilhas, Cave, Crazy Left, Coxos and São Lourenço.
However, those coming to Ericeira don’t have to be surfers to feel at home. Ericeira welcomes visitors from all over the world to its narrow streets and cosy atmosphere, its beach spirit and the feeling of being on holiday all year round.