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The clean side is east to northeast wind, with northwest, west, or southwest swell doing the work.
Past low toward medium tide is the practical window.
Surf GuideDouro and Minho
Praia do Cabedelo
Praia do Cabedelo is Viana do Castelo's city-side surf beach, a consistent Atlantic lineup beside the Lima estuary where the jetty and groyne help shape the banks. It is one of the area's most established surf beaches, with surf-school infrastructure and a local reputation built on easy access and repeatable waves. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Praia do Cabedelo in Douro and Minho.
Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelIntermediate
LocationDouro and Minho, PT
Forecast
- Waves 2-3 ft
- Period 7 s
- Wind SW 4 kt
As of:
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Lineup Insights
Lineup Guide
Park by the groyne or south near the hospital, then watch the rip beside the jetty and the crowd when the beach is on.
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