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
- Sun 19th MarchHigh 12:17am (3.21m)
Low 6:39am (0.70m)
High 12:52pm (3.14m)
Low 6:53pm (0.78m) - Mon 20th MarchHigh 1:06am (3.46m)
Low 7:24am (0.49m)
High 1:35pm (3.34m)
Low 7:36pm (0.58m) - Tue 21st MarchHigh 1:50am (3.64m)
Low 8:06am (0.36m)
High 2:16pm (3.47m)
Low 8:17pm (0.46m) - Wed 22nd MarchHigh 2:31am (3.72m)
Low 8:44am (0.33m)
High 2:55pm (3.52m)
Low 8:56pm (0.42m)
