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Praia do Zavial

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Praia do Zavial

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The wooden walkway that leads on to the beach follows the final stretch of a small stream, the riverine vegetation and shingle continuing almost up to the tideline. The sight of a dense eucalyptus grove on the bank of the stream comes as a surprise since it is so close to the sands.

The cliff delimiting the beach to the west is tall and imposing, with limestone tiers covered in exuberant coastal scrub that surfers often climb up on when they want to test the waves.

The entrance to the beach consists of quite a large expanse of sand formed by a small dune covered in sand couch-grass near the mouth of the stream. The beach then extends eastwards, bounded by lower, ochre cliffs, their craggy faces offering sheltered nooks for bathers. Zavial is a favourite beach for surfers. The eastern end is quieter.

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Notes: Since there is a possibility of rockfalls or stones coming loose and falling on to the beach, you should keep a safe distance from the cliffs, especially at the far ends of the beach. Similarly, if you are walking along the top of the cliffs, you should stay well back from the edge.

Road access is by a tarmacked road from the hamlet of Raposeira (EN 125), heading towards Zavial for approximately 4 km. There is a medium-sized organised parking area. Support infrastructures include a restaurant, WC and information facilities, and there are lifeguards on duty in the summer holiday season. Orientation: south-west.

GPS: 37° 2'48.96"N 8°52'20.46"W

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