About This Spot
Barra, Portugal is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Portugal.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With N winds, peaking from June to September, Barra, Portugal delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Can get very strong (especially from NE). Best direction NE and N. NW, W and SW pretty good too. Wind can get very strong but not very constant.
When to Go
It depends, not too hot. Water is cold, wetsuit always needed.
What to Expect
Small surf in summer to huge in fall, winter and spring.
Wind & Conditions
N
Best wind direction
Can get very strong (especially from NE). Best direction NE and N. NW, W and SW pretty good too. Wind can get very strong but not very constant.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Small surf in summer to huge in fall, winter and spring.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
A1 (connects Porto to Lisbon) about 270km. A25 direction Aveiro-Beaches. Park in the parking lot just behind the roundabout, head towards the sea. Posto 3 is on your left.
Location
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