Beach·Algarve

Praia do Zavial

A sheltered bay near Sagres with a surf school, a beach bar, and a striking cliff backdrop on the Costa Vicentina.

RecommendedA strong, worthwhile addition.

Zavial is the essential hideaway for surfers and beachgoers seeking refuge from aggressive Atlantic winds along the rugged Sagres coastline.

Best time to go

Year-round; sheltered from north winds, so good even in winter.

Surf

Known surf break

Car

Required

Transit

Drive from Sagres, 10 minutes.

Price

Free

Why go

Sheltered from the prevailing wind, Zavial is the west-coast beach you go to when everywhere else is too rough.