#569 European Rank Blue Flag Certified
Praia da Foz do Arelho
Silver Coast (Óbidos), Portugal•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Alvesgaspar (CC BY-SA 2.5) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.25/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
19.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€38/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Silver Coast (Óbidos) · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
15.2°C
Air 11°C
Feb
14.6°C
Air 12°C
Mar
14.8°C
Air 14°C
Apr
15.4°C
Air 17°C
May
16.6°C
Air 20°C
Jun
18.2°C
Air 23°C
Jul
19.4°C
Air 25°C
Peak
Aug
19.8°C
Air 25°C
Sep
19.2°C
Air 23°C
Oct
18.2°C
Air 20°C
Nov
16.8°C
Air 16°C
Dec
15.6°C
Air 13°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 19.8°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Portugal Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.1 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness5.0 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Praia da Foz do Arelho
A unique dual-sided beach where the warm, tranquil shallows of the Óbidos Lagoon meet the crashing waves of the wild Atlantic Ocean.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Road access from Caldas da Rainha with adjacent seaside and lagoon parking
•Protected Status / Environment: Confluence of the protected Óbidos Lagoon (Lagoa de Óbidos) and the Atlantic Ocean; Blue Flag awarded
•Notable Feature: Dual-frontage sandspit offering sheltered lagoon waters on one side and open Atlantic surf on the other
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
From Caldas da Rainha or Óbidos, drive 10 km west on the N360 straight to Foz do Arelho.
•Families with toddlers love the calm, warm lagoon side while surfers enjoy the open ocean side
•The wooden clifftop walkways (Passadiços da Foz do Arelho) offer sensational panoramic coastal vistas
•Taste fresh local clams (amêijoas) and seafood rice at the waterfront promenade restaurants
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Silver Coast (Óbidos), Portugal.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Praia da Foz do Arelho
What is the water temperature at Praia da Foz do Arelho?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Praia da Foz do Arelho averages 19.8°C (68°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Praia da Foz do Arelho?
Praia da Foz do Arelho is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Silver Coast (Óbidos), Portugal.
Is Praia da Foz do Arelho good for families with kids?
Yes, Praia da Foz do Arelho is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Praia da Foz do Arelho?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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