A swell-magnet beach break on a long golden bay, multiple peaks, room to spread out, and a café with a view.
A little further south on the way to Sintra, São Julião catches more swell than almost anywhere nearby, so it is a dependable option when the coast goes flat. Its long golden beach offers multiple peaks and plenty of room, which keeps the crowd spread out.
It is a great learner beach on smaller days, and the lefts and rights get hollow and quick as the size picks up. Closeouts can appear when it really grows, so time your sessions around the tide.
The restaurant above the beach is a local institution, order a pastel de nata and watch the sets roll in.
