Praia Grande Reviews and Ratings
(Portugal – Lisbon)
Visitor reviews of Praia Grande surf break
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June 01, 2010
Javier from Portugal
I have surfed in Carcavelos. I go to Praia Grande when Carcavelos is flat. In this situation, the waves in Praia Grande can be strong enough for a beginner, but when Carcavelos has good waves, Praia Grande is a place for novices to avoid. For me, 2+ meters waves are too big.
A good thing is that it is quite remote so there are always fewer surfers in the water compared to another spots closer to Lisboa, and even when it is crowded there is room enough to avoid being worried that anyone may hit you.
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Praia Grande Ratings
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Quality on a good day: 3.0
(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class).
Consistency of surf: 4.0
(1: Praia Grande is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot).
Difficulty level: 1.0
(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only).
Water quality: 5.0
(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution).
Crowds: 3.0
(1: Often too crowded. 5: Praia Grande is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers).
Access: 5.0
(1: Getting to Praia Grande requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break).
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