Surf spot guide · Lisbon, Portugal
Punchy, sand-bottomed beach break near Costa da Caparica’s Tarquínio/Paraíso sector.
Praia do Barbas is a sand-bottomed beach break in Costa da Caparica, also known as the Tarquínio/Paraíso surf sector. Banks north of the main jetty can produce quality lefts, while peaks may also break right. Waves are generally short, usually under 50 metres, but can reach 50-150 metres on a good day. West swells and east winds provide the best conditions, with the sandbanks determining how well it performs. It works through all tide stages and is most powerful and reliable from October to March.
Multiple peaks scatter punchy lefts and rights across Praia do Barbas's shifting sand.
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Sandy beach break with a reliable right-hander and several peaks at Costa da Caparica.
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Popular Costa da Caparica jetty beach break offering punchy lefts and rights over shifting sandbars.
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+9 MORE →This is one of Costa da Caparica’s better-known breaks, with surf schools directly in front and heavy crowds on popular days. Sunny weekends can be especially busy.
Punchy, popular beach break
Check the sandbanks before choosing where to paddle out.
Look for the best lefts north of the main jetty.
Arrive early on sunny weekends because parking fills quickly.
Expect surf schools and a crowded lineup on popular days.
Keep clear of the jetty and pier infrastructure.
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Keep clear of the nearby jetty and pier infrastructure.
This is one of Costa da Caparica’s better-known breaks, with surf schools directly in front and heavy crowds on popular days. Sunny weekends can be especially busy.
Punchy, popular beach break
Park near the roundabout and walk directly to the beach; the access takes under five minutes, though parking is difficult on sunny weekends.
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