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Northwest swell and east offshore are the clean window; the tide is broadly workable, and the open coast keeps it one of the more reliable surf checks in the Algarve.
Surf GuideSouth Portugal
Praia do Amado
Praia do Amado is the iconic Costa Vicentina surf beach near Carrapateira, a broad cliff-backed Algarve anchor spot that still feels like a safe bet when the west coast turns on. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Praia do Amado in South Portugal.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationSouth Portugal, PT
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