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
- Wed 2nd OctoberHigh 2:53am (3.17m)
Low 8:52am (0.81m)
High 3:04pm (3.33m)
Low 9:11pm (0.75m) - Thu 3rd OctoberHigh 3:20am (3.22m)
Low 9:19am (0.77m)
High 3:33pm (3.32m)
Low 9:36pm (0.76m) - Fri 4th OctoberHigh 3:47am (3.24m)
Low 9:46am (0.77m)
High 4:00pm (3.27m)
Low 10:01pm (0.80m) - Sat 5th OctoberHigh 4:14am (3.21m)
Low 10:14am (0.82m)
High 4:29pm (3.17m)
Low 10:27pm (0.88m)
