🇵🇹Portugal·Europe

Praia da Rocha, Portugal

◆ Intermediate▲ Expert🌊OceanWind sports destination

Wind

SE

Best Season

Jun–Aug

Water

Flat · Chop

About This Spot

Praia da Rocha, Portugal is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Portugal.

Situated in Europe, the spot offers Flat and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.

With SE winds, peaking from June to August, Praia da Rocha, Portugal delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.

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Why Riders Love It

Best with a SE. Season: from June to August (best month).

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When to Go

Air temperature (summer) 35°C, water (summer) 20°C. Wetsuit needed.

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What to Expect

Excellent conditions in a SE wind behind the big mole.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

SE
Best wind direction

Best with a SE. Season: from June to August (best month).

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Water Conditions

FlatChopSmall waves

Excellent conditions in a SE wind behind the big mole.

Medium beachSand💧 Clean

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking✓ Available
🚻Toilets✓ Available
🍹Beach Bar / Food✓ Available
📚Lessons Available
🏨Accommodation✓ Available
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

Just south of Portimao you will find Praia Sra. da Rocha. Praia Sra. da Rocha is accessible by road via Porches, a village lying on the EN 125. Signposts from Porches onwards indicate the route to the beaches where there is a large car park in front of the chapel.

Location

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Praia da Rocha, Portugal

37.1165°N, -8.5353°E

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