There are many reasons to visit the small town of A Ver-o-Mar near Povoa de Varzim. There's a great restaurant with fantastic views, friendly locals and a breathtaking boardwalk.

And then there's this beach. Even on a weekend in full summer you will find the beach quite empty. Lots of great spots for sunbathing still available. Bring your own gear, since there are no places to rent any chairs and umbrellas. And that's a good thing. It's a very local beach, with people relaxing. Everybody's having a good time and everybody's pretty quiet. Dogs officially not allowed, but many locals brought their pet anyways, which was fun.

The beach is very nice, small dunes in the back. And it's a really clean beach, both the sand and the (cold) water.

Parking along the road right behind the beach is plenty and free (there's more free spaces at the restaurant), but they fill up fast, since many come for biking and walking along the ocean as well.

A great beach. Charming and relaxing....and with wonderful sunsets.