Praia da Lomba

This supervised river beach stretches along the left bank of the Douro River, featuring clean sandy shores, outdoor showers, picnic areas with barbecue facilities, and a café terrace overlooking the water.

The Lomba area historically served as a crossing point and fishing station along the Douro River, where local communities developed traditional maritime practices that shaped the region's connection to river-based livelihoods over centuries.

Local summer festivals and community gatherings celebrate regional customs related to river life, featuring traditional music, outdoor cooking events, and family activities that strengthen the area's cultural ties to the Douro waterway.

The beach operates from June 15 to September 15 with lifeguard supervision, offering parking facilities, first aid stations, barbecue grills, and accessible pathways designed for visitors with mobility needs.

A taxi boat service connects this beach to Praia Fluvial de Melres for just one euro, making it the only supervised river beach along the Douro with such convenient inter-beach transportation.

Location: Lomba

Address: R. da Bouça, 4515-260 Lomba, Portugal 4515-260 Lomba

Website: http://facebook.com/praiadalomba

GPS coordinates: 41.06962,-8.41282

Latest update: July 25, 2025 20:37