Praia de Afife — Attraction in Viana do Castelo

Blew my mind! The beach is magnificent, Atlantic strength waves coming in, so fun playing in the surf is for people with confident swimming skills, but always to be treated with respect. End of October and 27 ° and a string cooling breeze. Its a each with everything turned up to ten. There are quieter sections tho, at one end, a river appears to meander to the sea, if its clean water, then would make a good shallow paddling area. The other end is rocky, so great fun in warm shallow pools protected from the waves. Surfers, powered hang gliders, sunbathing...utterly lovely, and fills your spirit. Out of season only facilities were parking ,right next to beach, and showers. No toilets seen, although there is a bazar shop, which may open in high season. Not to...

Beautiful and clean beach. Shallow water quite far out. Toilets, cafe and shop in the summer season. Plenty of close and good parking. Great beach and so big it does not get crowded. Fresh water lagoon from the river which is also great to swim in. Only caution is the waves...

Stunning beach with beautiful waves and clean waters, also has a lagoon for children to play and swim in. Showers and toilets are available as well as drinks and food, small toy and swim wear shops and even a SPA corner. I have been touched by the beauty...