C.D.S. (Surf Sports Center) Beach

Category: Nature > Beach

District: Setúbal > Almada > Costa da Caparica > Bairro do Campo da Bola

Location and History

, Located on Costa da Caparica, Praia do C.D.S. is part of the local pier.

, It gained the name "Praia do C.D.S." in the 1970s due to the presence of the Centro Desportivo de Surf (Surf Sports Center).

, Initially popular in the 70s and 80s, it experienced a period of emptying until the sand replenishment in 2007.

Natural Characteristics

, The beach is about 300 meters long, with a narrow sandy area.

, It stands out for offering excellent conditions for surfing and bodyboarding, with better sand conditions at the southern end and in the recess formed by the spur to the north.

, It is surrounded by a stone pier and offers panoramic views of Lisbon and the Serra da Arrábida.

Accessibility

, Access via Rua Pedro Álvares de Cabral, with parking available in the Ecalma P2 Parking Lot.

, Parking prices range from €0.10 per 12 minutes to €27.50 per week, with €0.50 per additional hour.

Safety and Leisure Conditions

, Monitored and concessioned beach, with water quality classified as satisfactory or good.

, Recognized by the surfing community for the quality of the waves, being one of the best in the Costa da Caparica region.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Praia_do_CDS

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt