A sandy isthmus with waves on both sides, which means an option in almost any wind — one reason half of Europe's surf schools seem to be based here. Lagide and Cantinho da Baía serve up soft, consistent peelers, while Supertubos down the road shows you what the ocean does when it grows up. Lisbon is an hour away; summer water is brisk but manageable.
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