Category: Nature > Beach
District: Lisboa > Sintra > Praia do Louriçal > Cabo da Roca
Louriçal Beach is located on the coast of the municipality of Sintra, bathed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is situated in the Cabo da Roca area, a region that defines the westernmost tip of the European continent. Integrated into the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, the beach is a coastal haven that unfolds after a descent along a natural trail, revealing an environment of great wild beauty.
Its geographical position, just south of Cabo da Roca, grants it an atmosphere of isolation, framed by imposing cliffs that characterize this coastline.
Unlike most beaches, Praia do Louriçal stands out for its lack of sand. Its bed is dominated by a vast expanse of rolled pebbles, shaped by the ocean's force over time. This particularity gives it a unique texture and a characteristic sound of waves moving the stones.
The natural scenery is enriched by the presence of the Louriçal Stream, which empties at this point, and by unique rock formations. It is possible to observe prominent boulders, a natural arch carved into the offshore stack, and other rock structures with exotic shapes that punctuate the coastal landscape.
Louriçal Beach, sometimes known as Praia da Riba da Cabra, holds special significance. It is recognized as the westernmost beach in continental Europe, a fact that gives it a symbolic dimension and an exclusive character for visitors. This particularity evokes a deep connection with the vastness of the Atlantic and the history of maritime discoveries.
Simply being present at this location allows for a direct connection with the continent's westernmost point, feeling the energy of the ocean that stretches barrier-free from this coastline.
More than just a place for swimming, Louriçal Beach offers an environment of pure contemplation and serenity. Its rugged nature and rocky composition make it an ideal spot for those seeking direct contact with wild nature and stunning landscapes.
The sound of waves against the pebbles, the vast Atlantic horizon, and the imposing cliffs provide an immersive experience, inviting observation and photographic documentation of its unique and untouched beauty.
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Coordinates DD: 38.7767287,-9.4970996
Coordinates DMS: 38°46'36.2"N 09°29'49.6"W
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