Praia Ribeira das Ilhas

Known for its surfing, this popular beach area features a restaurant & bar with patio seating.

There are several good beaches around the pretty village of Ericeira.

One of the best is Ribeira das Ilhas, considered one of Europe’s best surfing spots, having hosted the World Surfing Championships since 1985.

Ericeira can be reached by bus, departing from Lisbon’s Campo Grande terminal, with the journey taking around one hour and 30 minutes.