© Chris Leather
The small resort of Furadoura just 5km from the town of Ovar boasts an extensive sandy beach backed by a long stretch of pine-fringed dunes. Like most Silver Coast resorts, although it can get crowded in summer, Furadouro is relatively unspoilt. The water quality is good- the beach has a European Blue Flag award – and the water’s edge is patrolled by Lifeguards in season. Good facilities for the disabled, easy parking and numerous bars, cafes and restaurants make this a relaxing choice for people of all ages.
Good for swimming, Fouradouro also has a reputation among surfers and bodyboarders for consistent waves that break over a sand and rock bottom. Equipment is available for hire from The Animal Surf shop on the Rua Goncalo Velho, which doubles as a surf school.
Behind the pine forest is an estuary, popular with sailors and windsurfers, and the Pensao Avenida, right on the beach, is just one of a number of accommodation options.
Other beaches near Praia do Furadouro
Praia do Furadouro tide times
- Wed 24th JulyHigh 6:08am (3.07m)
Low 11:58am (0.81m)
High 6:24pm (3.28m) - Thu 25th JulyLow 12:31am (0.74m)
High 6:52am (3.01m)
Low 12:42pm (0.86m)
High 7:10pm (3.21m) - Fri 26th JulyLow 1:17am (0.83m)
High 7:39am (2.91m)
Low 1:29pm (0.96m)
High 7:58pm (3.08m) - Sat 27th JulyLow 2:06am (0.96m)
High 8:31am (2.79m)
Low 2:21pm (1.10m)
High 8:54pm (2.91m)
