© 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
- Fri 11th OctoberLow 3:21am (1.57m)
High 10:07am (2.43m)
Low 4:18pm (1.48m)
High 11:28pm (2.39m) - Sat 12th OctoberLow 4:52am (1.56m)
High 11:53am (2.56m)
Low 5:46pm (1.36m) - Sun 13th OctoberHigh 12:42am (2.57m)
Low 6:12am (1.40m)
High 12:58pm (2.79m)
Low 6:54pm (1.14m) - Mon 14th OctoberHigh 1:34am (2.80m)
Low 7:12am (1.17m)
High 1:48pm (3.03m)
Low 7:46pm (0.91m)
