Campground Beach

Category: Nature > Beach

District: Porto > Póvoa de Varzim > Estela > Rio Alto

Location

Located in the Rio Alto area, in the locality of Estela, this beach belongs to the municipality of Póvoa de Varzim, on the northern coast of Portugal. It is a segment of the coastline directly bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, framed within a coastal strip that stretches for kilometres, marked by its expanse and constant sea breeze.

Length and Sandy Beach

Praia do Parque de Campismo (Campsite Beach) stands out for its remarkably extensive and unobstructed sandy area, stretching for approximately 1.6 kilometres. This dimension provides the location with generous space, ideal for those seeking tranquility and a more private environment by the sea, allowing for long walks and enjoying the landscape without large crowds.

The Sea and its Characteristics

The waters bathing this beach are, at times, characterized by more agitated waves, a common feature of the Atlantic coast in the north of the country. This particularity lends the sea a dynamic beauty, reflecting the ocean's strength and immensity. Although the waters may be rough, their presence contributes to the wild and authentic character of the local maritime landscape.

Natural Surroundings and Access

The beach is delimited by a dune system, a natural barrier that protects the inner coast and contributes to local biodiversity. It is possible to observe, at the top of these dunes, the presence of fences that aid in the conservation of this fragile ecosystem. Access to the sandy area is unique, through passages that lead directly to the sand, creating a singular transition between the terrestrial zone and the vast coastal space.

Coastal Landscape

From Praia do Parque de Campismo (Campsite Beach), the gaze loses itself in the immensity of the Atlantic Ocean. Looking south, it is possible to follow the coastline as it stretches, offering a wide and unobstructed perspective of the Póvoa de Varzim coast. This scenery, with the sea disappearing into the horizon and the dunes framing the sandy area, invites contemplation and direct contact with nature.

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