Portugal
Lisbon Coast
All levels
Reef break
Surfing Ericeira: Complete Guide
Ericeira is Europe's only World Surfing Reserve, packing seven world-class waves into a 4 km stretch of coast just 50 minutes from Lisbon. From the playful beach break of Foz do Lizandro to the heaving right-hand reef of Coxos, every level finds its lineup here.
Wave type
Reef break
Skill level
All levels
Best season
September – April
Swell
NW – W
Wind
Offshore E
Water temp
15–19°C
Crowd
Heavy
Why surf Ericeira?
Cobbled fishing-village charm, dependable Atlantic swell from autumn through spring, and a surf school on every corner.
Beginner-friendly?
Foz do Lizandro and Praia do Sul are the safest beginner-friendly options on most days.
Hazards & local knowledge
Sharp reef at Ribeira d'Ilhas and Coxos, strong rips on bigger swells.
Nearby towns
Mafra • Sintra • Lisbon
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