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
Tue 11th December
High 04:21am (3.09m)
Low 10:31am (0.96m)
High 04:45pm (2.80m)
Low 10:34pm (1.10m)Wed 12th December
High 05:00am (2.97m)
Low 11:10am (1.08m)
High 05:27pm (2.68m)
Low 11:15pm (1.23m)Thu 13th December
High 05:43am (2.83m)
Low 11:56am (1.20m)
High 06:16pm (2.57m)Fri 14th December
Low 12:03am (1.34m)
High 06:34am (2.72m)
Low 12:50pm (1.30m)
High 07:13pm (2.50m)
