Praia do Castelejo in Vila do Bispo is a wild haven on the West Coast. It features dramatic dark schist cliffs, a wide sandy shore, and powerful Atlantic waves favoured by surfers.
Easily reached via paved road from Vila do Bispo, it offers parking, a restaurant, and summer lifeguard supervision. It is a family-friendly beach popular with surfers, while the surrounding rocks are frequently used for sport fishing.
Exercise extreme caution: permanent waves and strong Atlantic currents make swimming very risky. Enjoy this stunning wild landscape with utmost respect for the power of the open ocean.
