Praia do Meco is located near Alfarim, 40 km south of Lisbon, situated in the middle of a natural park called ‘Serra da Arrabida’.
A large beautiful beach is protected by high cliffs, whereupon entry people head towards to the left where there is a large dune area to which many enjoy practicing naturism. To the right-hand side upon entering the beach is where you will find beach amenities are situated.
The waves were very strong sometimes, so be careful when you enter (and especially when you leave the water). Being the Atlantic ocean you will find the water temperature is rather cold, but that is normal in Portugal and on a sunny and hot day really refreshing.
You will find many para-gliders enjoying their sport. This beach also enjoys small springs (drinking water) and a green mud (argil) for skin treatments.
Good to Know
- Beach Type Beaches and Coves
- Facilities There is plenty of parking for cars (about 1 Euro for the day), and after a very short walk you are right on the beach (where there is a restaurant (closed on Tuesdays).You can rent parasols and camping beds,
- Nudist StatusOfficial
- Ease of Access Easy access from one of the many parking areas onto the beach.
Getting There
- Town / County / State Rua do Meco, Sesimbra, Setubal, Lisboa
- Zip / Postal Code 2970-106,
- Directions To get to Praia do Meco by car: from Lisbon, take the A2 South Highway, towards Sesimbra and after Fernão Ferro turn right to Alfarim, and right again to the beaches (“Praias”). Praia do Meco Beach has several paid parking areas.
Coordinates
- Latitude 38.489113
- Longitude -9.183842
- Sea Level (In Meters) 1
