Monte Verde Beach

Category: Nature > Beach

District: Açores > Ribeira Grande > Conceição

Location

Situated on the north coast of São Miguel island, Monte Verde Beach is located within the locality of Conceição, an integral part of the municipality of Ribeira Grande. Its position in an urbanized area of the same name provides easy access, integrating it into the local coastal landscape.

Beach Area and Natural Environment

Monte Verde Beach stands out for its vast sandy area, inviting moments of relaxation and serenity. This expansive space allows visitors to fully enjoy the marine environment in complete tranquility, offering a natural setting conducive to seaside rest.

Conditions for Water Sports

Known for its waves, Monte Verde Beach is a prime spot for sea sports enthusiasts. The characteristics of its sea, with agitation slightly above the island's average, make it particularly suitable for activities such as surf, bodyboard, windsurf, and kitesurf. Its northern orientation helps create the ideal conditions that attract practitioners of these modalities. In 2009, the beach hosted a stage of the World Qualifying Series (WQS) for surf, a testament to its quality for high-level competitions.

Support Facilities

For the convenience of its visitors, Monte Verde Beach features a car park. During the bathing season, which extends from June to September, the beach provides support modules equipped with restrooms, changing rooms, and showers, enhancing the conditions for those who frequent it.

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