Costa Vicentina · 37°44′N 8°47′W
Vila Nova de Milfontes
The main town on the southwest coast, at the mouth of the Mira river, with a sheltered estuary beach for learners and heavier open breaks nearby.
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Praia do Malhão
A long sandy beach break north of Vila Nova de Milfontes, inside the Sudoeste Alentejano and Costa Vicentina Natural Park and reached by a wooden boardwalk over the dunes. Mellow on small days, punchier when a bigger swell arrives.
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Vila Nova de Milfontes
The main town on the southwest coast, at the mouth of the Mira river. The sheltered estuary beach is a calm learner spot; heavier open beach breaks sit a short drive away.
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Almograve
A cluster of cliff-backed beaches down a quiet road south of Milfontes, powerful and exposed, for confident surfers only on size.
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Porto Covo
A small fishing village on the Alentejo coast, north of Vila Nova de Milfontes, with a sheltered bay and a surf beach at Praia Grande.
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Zambujeira do Mar
A small village on the cliff edge with a beach below the church and more breaks a walk in either direction. Remote, cold water, few people.
SurfCommon questions
- What are the surf spots in Vila Nova de Milfontes?
- Vila Nova de Milfontes has 2 spot guides here: Praia do Malhão, Vila Nova de Milfontes.
- Is Vila Nova de Milfontes good for beginners?
- Yes — Vila Nova de Milfontes is rated beginner-friendly.
- Is there a surf school in Vila Nova de Milfontes?
- Yes — one is listed for Vila Nova de Milfontes.