Cantinho
Central Portugal Surf Spots
Surf Guide
Praia do Baleal is a fantastically flexible, crescent shaped beach that curves towards the town. Cantinho Da Baia - 'corner of the bay' is an area that comes to life in a big northerly, or medium sized northwesterly swell and offers clean waves and winds from northeast to southeast direction. Long, sometimes hollow rights can peel here. Consistent and fun, popular with beginners when small.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Good for all abilities, especially when small, can get hollow and reeling when bigger.
Local Vibe
Welcoming
OK, popular with travelling and local surfers, plus surf schools.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Popular spot, in certain swells can be one of the few places working so gets busy.
Spot Rating
Fun
Fun, flexible beach break with good quality walling waves - predominantly rights. Can get hollow. Popular with beginners when small.
Shoulder Burn
Light
OK but occasionally heavy when size picks up.
Water Quality
Clean
OK
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
N, NW
Wind
NE to SE
Surf Height
Waist high to overhead.
Tide
All tides - there is a small section of high tide rocks north of cafe.