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The riding of waves has likely existed since humans began swimming in the ocean. In this sense, bodysurfing is the oldest type of wave-catching. Standing up on what is now called a surfboard is a relatively recent innovation developed by the Polynesians.The influences for modern surfing can be directly traced to the surfers of pre-contact Hawaii.

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Location: Europe
Population: 10700000
Nationality: Portuguese
Language: Portuguese
Currency: Euro

Portugal is situated in southwestern Europe, on the Iberian Peninsula, and is the westernmost country of mainland Europe. Portugal is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and south and by Spain to the north and east. The Atlantic archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira are also part of Portugal.
Portugal has a Mediterranean climate and is one of the warmest countries in Europe

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The national surfing team becomes the European surfing champion in Norway by winning the Eurosurf 2017.

The national team held one of the best performances ever in international competitions, adding to the collective trophy the individual titles of four of the five categories in dispute. Daniel Fonseca in the open bodyboard; Teresa Padrela in the female bodyboard; Carol Henrique in women's surf; and João Dantas in the longboard join the team trophy to the gold medal in their category.

The young Portuguese hopeful, still of junior age, did not yield to the pressure and realized its better performance in the competition, relegating the experienced Irish Ashleigh Smith to the second point. At only 16, Teresa Padrela achieves the title of European champion bodyboard.

Portugal dominated the competition from the first to the last day, ending the race with a clear advantage for second place. A title that since 2011 was about to flee

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Portugal has a very mild climate with solid surf often with offshore morning breezes are extremely common, making it a popular surfing destination for surfers from inside and outside Europe. Portugal has a huge variety of waves and swell size and as a result makes an ideal surfing location for surfers of every ability. It is a good place to learn to surf with lots of places offering surf lessons and packages. (You can also learn to surf with us)

Situated west of Spain, Portugal picks up north, west and south swells, making surf conditions very consistent. During winter the swell size is around the 6ft mark but can get to 15ft or more, making it a spot for those looking for challenging surf. There is surf throughout the summer months and you can expect waves of 3-5ft.

There are many different waves and surf over the whole coast so a bit of research before you go is a good idea, just browse the surf map above and explore the coast. The area around Peniche is ideal as the peninsular gives the opportunity to make the best of the weather conditions. A couple of waves to check out while you are surfing in Portugal are Pedra Blanca, Supertubos, Matosinhos and Coxos.

Surfing Portugal - The Good
Gets Heaps of Swell
Uncrowded Waves
Quality Beach and Reef Breaks
Surf Portugal - The Bad
Cold Water

Summer Onshores

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Portugal Swell Size and Portugal Water Temperature

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Portugal Swell Size and Portugal Water Temperature

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SAGRES
This is a amazing surf, with waves that tend tobe better in the spring, autumn and winter. Although Sagres is the epicenter of surf

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Surrounded by cliffs and steps from a small fishing village, Arrifana Beach is a popular destination for surfers and bodyboarders.

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A fishing village north of Lisbon, Ericeira has several good surf spots to choose from, such as Ribeira D'Ilhas, S. Lourenço, Coxos, Pedra Branca or Foz do Lizandro. Most beaches are quiet, and are a popular destination for surfers, especially in the low season.

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Location: Portugal Ericeira

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North Beach gained fame for its giant waves, especially after A fishing village north of Lisbon, Ericeira has several good surf spots to choose from, such as Ribeira D'Ilhas, S. Lourenço, Coxos, Pedra Branca or Foz do Lizandro. Most beaches are quiet, and are a popular destination for surfers, especially in the low season.November 2011. It was the year that Garrett McNamara surfed what would be called the biggest wave of the year by the Billabong XXL Global Big Wave Awards, giving the timing and turbulent Nazaré sea is even more internationally renowned.

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The beaches of Peniche help to raise the reputation of Portugal as the capital of European surfing. The most mythical is perhaps the Supertubos, known all over the world for its powerful waves, known to many surfers as the European Pipeline. As for places to stay, there are camping parks and some hotels between Peniche and Baleal beach, as well as houses and apartments for rent.

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The 2 times world champion - John John Florence

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Distinguished by its dunes and wild vegetation, Praia do Cabedelo is a quiet and friendly family beach with good access and an impressive view over the city of Figueira da Foz. A very windy, ideal conditions for surfing.

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Portugal is a great place to surf and one of best in the world.

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-Tomás Martinho
-João Regufe