© Chris Leather
The small resort of Furadoura just 5km from the town of Ovar boasts an extensive sandy beach backed by a long stretch of pine-fringed dunes. Like most Silver Coast resorts, although it can get crowded in summer, Furadouro is relatively unspoilt. The water quality is good- the beach has a European Blue Flag award – and the water’s edge is patrolled by Lifeguards in season. Good facilities for the disabled, easy parking and numerous bars, cafes and restaurants make this a relaxing choice for people of all ages.
Good for swimming, Fouradouro also has a reputation among surfers and bodyboarders for consistent waves that break over a sand and rock bottom. Equipment is available for hire from The Animal Surf shop on the Rua Goncalo Velho, which doubles as a surf school.
Behind the pine forest is an estuary, popular with sailors and windsurfers, and the Pensao Avenida, right on the beach, is just one of a number of accommodation options.
Other beaches near Praia do Furadouro
Praia do Furadouro tide times
- Wed 11th SeptemberLow 2:35am (1.46m)
High 8:35am (2.44m)
Low 3:12pm (1.50m)
High 9:32pm (2.35m) - Thu 12th SeptemberLow 3:47am (1.57m)
High 10:36am (2.38m)
Low 4:39pm (1.54m)
High 11:50pm (2.37m) - Fri 13th SeptemberLow 5:18am (1.57m)
High 12:23pm (2.50m)
Low 6:09pm (1.43m) - Sat 14th SeptemberHigh 1:07am (2.54m)
Low 6:39am (1.42m)
High 1:27pm (2.73m)
Low 7:19pm (1.21m)
