Category: Nature > Beach
District: Setúbal > Sesimbra > Casal do Risco
Cova Beach is located on the coast of the municipality of Sesimbra, in the area identified as Casal do Risco. This site is part of a natural landscape, marked by the proximity of the mountains and its imposing cliffs that descend abruptly to the sea. Access to this beach presents particularities, generally being considered difficult by land. The most common way to reach Cova Beach is by sea.
At this coastal site, visitors to Cova Beach will find traces of human presence throughout time, particularly linked to maritime activity. It is possible to observe the ruins of ancient constructions, identified as fishing shelters or shipowners' houses, which bear witness to the historical use of this cove by fishermen. Additionally, there are the remnants of a small fortification, strategically positioned in the area. Near one of the ancient structures, a particular element is a staircase that descends towards the waterline.
Cova Beach is distinguished by its composition, characterized as a pebble beach, meaning its surface is formed by stones of different sizes, instead of fine sand. The waters that bathe this cove are known for their clarity. The surrounding natural environment is dominated by the beauty of the coast and the presence of the high cliffs that frame it. The beach offers a sense of isolation, conveying tranquility to those who visit it. The view from Cova Beach encompasses the vastness of the ocean and the dramatic coastal relief.
Coordinates DD: 38.440916,-9.059574
Coordinates DMS: 38°26'27.3"N 09°03'34.5"W
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