Praia de Labruge, Atlantic beach in Vila do Conde, Portugal
Praia de Labruge is a beach along the Portuguese Atlantic coast in Vila do Conde that stretches for about one kilometer. It features scattered rock formations and wide sandy areas that alternate between its northern and southern sections.
The beach is associated with a chapel built in 1885 near the archaeological site, featuring an altar made from rock material. The area was already inhabited during the Iron Age before religious structures were later added to the landscape.
The archaeological site of Castro de São Paio reveals traces of an Iron Age settlement that once thrived on this coastline. The chapel built later at this location bridges the ancient past with the religious traditions of the region.
The beach has lifeguards, showers, parking areas, and a refreshment bar on site. Those planning to swim should know that lifeguard presence varies seasonally and checking tide conditions is useful for exploring the shore.
At low tide, natural pools form between rocks in the northern section, creating small ecosystems. These tidal pools draw visitors who want to explore hidden marine life up close.
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