Praia Valadares Norte, Sand beach in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Praia Valadares Norte is a sand beach on the Atlantic coast featuring wide sandy areas with rocky outcrops in the middle and northern sections. The shoreline stretches for several hundred meters with distinct zones for swimming and sunbathing.
The beach became a popular spot for recreation and bathing throughout the 20th century as coastal infrastructure developed nearby. The area grew into a destination for visitors seeking the Atlantic shoreline.
The MEO Marés Vivas Festival takes place near the beach, bringing music and entertainment to this coastal area of Vila Nova de Gaia.
The area offers showers, parking, and several seaside restaurants along with lifeguard coverage during summer months. Visitors can rent sunshades and find various amenities throughout the day for a beach visit.
The waters contain high levels of iodine from abundant seaweed, making this location beneficial for individuals seeking therapeutic mineral properties.
Location: Gulpilhares e Valadares
Address: Largo Praia 6, 4405-591 Valadares, Portugal
Website: http://playocean.net/portugal/vila-nova-de-gaia/praias/praia-de-valadares-norte
GPS coordinates: 41.09242,-8.65794
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:32
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