Praia de Ferragudo
Situated on the eastern shores of the mouth of the River Arade - just across the water from Praia da Rocha and Portimão - is the wide sandy stretch of Praia Grande. Literally translated as "big beach" this is the larger of Ferragudo riverside beaches.
The northern end of the beach is defined by a small cliff on top of which is perched the 16th century fort of São João do Arade. Originally built to defend the coast from pirates the fort is now a private residence.
Praia Grande is Ferragudo's main beach and as such has plenty of facilities such as cafes and shops. It is a popular spot and can become quite busy in the summer months.
Being relatively sheltered the beach here is fairly safe for swimming and watersports such as windsurfing (there is a watersport centre on the beach). There is also a seasonal lifeguard service and a children's playground beachside making this a great family beach.
Other beaches near Praia Grande (Ferragudo)
Praia Grande (Ferragudo) tide times
- Sat 27th JulyLow 1:19am (0.88m)
High 7:35am (3.03m)
Low 1:35pm (1.06m)
High 7:58pm (3.14m) - Sun 28th JulyLow 2:16am (1.05m)
High 8:34am (2.91m)
Low 2:40pm (1.21m)
High 9:02pm (2.94m) - Mon 29th JulyLow 3:23am (1.21m)
High 9:43am (2.83m)
Low 3:59pm (1.30m)
High 10:18pm (2.80m) - Tue 30th JulyLow 4:38am (1.30m)
High 10:59am (2.82m)
Low 5:23pm (1.29m)
High 11:38pm (2.76m)
