Aguçadoura Beach, Atlantic beach in Aguçadoura, Portugal
This expansive white sand beach stretches along the northern Portuguese coast, featuring natural sand dunes that border the Atlantic waters.
The stone ruins of a traditional windmill stand atop the northern dunes, marking centuries of Portuguese coastal heritage at this location.
Local fishermen maintain their maritime traditions at this beach, where generations of families have practiced sustainable fishing methods.
The beach provides monitored swimming areas with lifeguards from June through September, plus designated parking spaces and beach access ramps.
The Aguçadoura Wave Park, established in front of the beach, represents the world's first commercial wave energy generation facility.
Location: Aguçadoura
Made from material: white sand
Address: Marginal do Cruzeiro, 4495-052 Aguçadoura, Portugal
Website: https://playocean.net/portugal/povoa-de-varzim/praias/praia-da-agucadoura
GPS coordinates: 41.43369,-8.78403
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:19
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