Praia das Maçãs
Sintra Cascais · Portugal
Beach break in a baygood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
Beach by the village, schools, works in a small swell. Best wind — E.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break in a bay |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | west |
| Working swell | from southwest — north |
| Coordinates | 38.823, -9.468 |
FAQ
Is Praia das Maçãs good for beginners?
Yes, Praia das Maçãs works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Praia das Maçãs today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#pt-sintra-cascais/praia-das-macas. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
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