Baia de Sao Martinho do Porto
Baia de Sao Martinho do Porto
Baia de Sao Martinho do Porto
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Daniel L
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Aug 2022 • Family
It is actually fairly difficult to acquire help in communicating with local businesses. Many speak little to no English or French. Surprisingly, however, the local businesses and people are much friendlier than some of the so-called "English" establishments. One, The "Welsh" Snack Bar, is downright hostile and rude to foreigners. Go figure.
Written September 11, 2022
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Carlos
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Aug 2023
Beautiful beach, but this summer (August 2023) it has been very dirty, with a lot of algae, plastic, pieces of rope, etc. on its extensive sand and even floating in the water. It is a shame!
It is almost impossible to take a shower with so much rubbish in the water, the Alcobaça council should be ashamed and take action.
It is almost impossible to take a shower with so much rubbish in the water, the Alcobaça council should be ashamed and take action.
Written August 24, 2023
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Maple Leopard
Seattle, WA339 contributions
Nov 2023 • Business
A beach lover's dream! Sao Martinho do Porto is a gorgeous , romantic beach in the Center of Portugal
There isn't a lot of activities here - nonetheless its a beautiful escape from the busy spots
Rest & recharge at this dreamy escape .
Eat dinner with a view of the sea at ." Pesco no Prato "
There isn't a lot of activities here - nonetheless its a beautiful escape from the busy spots
Rest & recharge at this dreamy escape .
Eat dinner with a view of the sea at ." Pesco no Prato "
Written November 10, 2023
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MarianaNeefjes
Rio Caldo, Portugal54 contributions
Apr 2023 • Family
"live first, publish later"
São Martinho do Porto Beach
(Bay)
April 2023
I was fascinated by this place, a shell-shaped bay with a very attractive beach. It must be fantastic in the middle of summer without the inconvenience of the "norths"...
An excellent place for a walk by the sea, visiting the famous dune.
Campsite on the coast, lots of accommodation and services.
Parking and easy access.
I have to go back, it wasn't enough time to enjoy what that area has to offer 🤩
São Martinho do Porto Beach
(Bay)
April 2023
I was fascinated by this place, a shell-shaped bay with a very attractive beach. It must be fantastic in the middle of summer without the inconvenience of the "norths"...
An excellent place for a walk by the sea, visiting the famous dune.
Campsite on the coast, lots of accommodation and services.
Parking and easy access.
I have to go back, it wasn't enough time to enjoy what that area has to offer 🤩
Written November 27, 2023
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Mambosalome
Sao Martinho do Porto, Portugal49 contributions
Oct 2013 • Solo
One of Portugal's best kept secrets. The only truly safe swimming beach on the Atlantic sheltered by a shell shaped bay with fine sand. Many excellent restaurants in the town and region. Only an hours drive from the Lisbon airport the town is close to numerous Unesco world heritage sites and attractions in towns such as such as Nazare (15mins) Caldas d'Arenha (15 mins), Batalha and Alcobaca (each 20 mins) Obidos (30 mins), Perfect for a romantic getaway or for families (due to the safe beach). There are few places like this in Portugal and proabably Europe. we come back year after year to recharge
Written October 18, 2013
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P B
North West England, UK19 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
Just returned following 2 fantastic weeks in Sao Marinho do Porto, Portugal. This was our first visit to Portugal flying with TAP airline. I had read the reviews about TAP cancellations and poor customer service. We travelled from Manchester to Lisbon, the scheduled airline meant low prices, free hold luggage and meal / drinks on board. Only 30 minute delay on our return journey from Lisbon.
Sao Martinho is truly a wonderful place with lots to do and see. The natural harbour is one of the safest places to bathe on the Silver coast and indeed the entire Atlantic coast of Portugal. This is what attracted us with three children aged 12, 10 and 6. The beach was spotless with the sea stirring the sand up appearing like a glitter berry drink hence Silver coast. On certain parts of the beach there are life guards on duty. The board walk round to the 'lagoon side' was very exciting with the discovery of a massive sand dune delighting the chidlren.
The people in Portugal are extremely friendly and courteous, slowing down every time near crossings. The cost of dining out and general shopping was surprising low, typically for 6 of us to dine (3 adults and 3 children) was approximately 65 euros including wine and desserts! Samar and a Casa restaurants are highly recommended. Intermarche supermarket is a 10 minute walk or a few minutes if hiring a car. The local shops all stock water and wine - 5L water around 60-90 cents.
We visited Obidos and was, without question, the highlight of holiday - will say no more, you just need to go and see the beauty yourself. We hired a tour guide at the start point in Obidos, 20 euros and we got all the history and facts for our group of six, dodging the busy high street area - definitely recommend.
One lady informed us that Sao Martinho is how the Algarve was 30 years ago, unspoilt and Portugese. This is their holiday destination so that speaks volumes. Be sure to brush up on a little Portugese as SMP is 'rustic' with a number of restaurants struggling to speak English (this was fantastic in our opinion). The cleanliness of the streets and toilets was brilliant. Even the beachside toilets were clean with hand wash facilities and soap.
Now then, the weather. This is a curious climate and don't expect the heat of the Algarve or Med. Most mornings were overcast but the sun always burned through leaving some tremendously hot days and fantastic sun sets. We were informed this was a cool period for Sao Martinho but it didn't rain and those overcast mornings allowed us to walk around and hike in comfort.
Bayside apartments, if considering, is in a ideal location to beach and town centre.
Would we go back? Yes, we are looking at planning for next year.
Sao Martinho is truly a wonderful place with lots to do and see. The natural harbour is one of the safest places to bathe on the Silver coast and indeed the entire Atlantic coast of Portugal. This is what attracted us with three children aged 12, 10 and 6. The beach was spotless with the sea stirring the sand up appearing like a glitter berry drink hence Silver coast. On certain parts of the beach there are life guards on duty. The board walk round to the 'lagoon side' was very exciting with the discovery of a massive sand dune delighting the chidlren.
The people in Portugal are extremely friendly and courteous, slowing down every time near crossings. The cost of dining out and general shopping was surprising low, typically for 6 of us to dine (3 adults and 3 children) was approximately 65 euros including wine and desserts! Samar and a Casa restaurants are highly recommended. Intermarche supermarket is a 10 minute walk or a few minutes if hiring a car. The local shops all stock water and wine - 5L water around 60-90 cents.
We visited Obidos and was, without question, the highlight of holiday - will say no more, you just need to go and see the beauty yourself. We hired a tour guide at the start point in Obidos, 20 euros and we got all the history and facts for our group of six, dodging the busy high street area - definitely recommend.
One lady informed us that Sao Martinho is how the Algarve was 30 years ago, unspoilt and Portugese. This is their holiday destination so that speaks volumes. Be sure to brush up on a little Portugese as SMP is 'rustic' with a number of restaurants struggling to speak English (this was fantastic in our opinion). The cleanliness of the streets and toilets was brilliant. Even the beachside toilets were clean with hand wash facilities and soap.
Now then, the weather. This is a curious climate and don't expect the heat of the Algarve or Med. Most mornings were overcast but the sun always burned through leaving some tremendously hot days and fantastic sun sets. We were informed this was a cool period for Sao Martinho but it didn't rain and those overcast mornings allowed us to walk around and hike in comfort.
Bayside apartments, if considering, is in a ideal location to beach and town centre.
Would we go back? Yes, we are looking at planning for next year.
Written August 4, 2014
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stuartcleveleys
cleveleys132 contributions
Nov 2014 • Family
we got a taxi from Lisbon cost us 130 for six of us , Taxi number 912376620 they speak English
And wont rip you of. we allso used this taxi service to go to Foz do arelho next to Odidos Lagoon six miles down the coast ,,, As they didn't have a bus that went there that cost 30 e each way six of us ..
got the bus to Nazare Cost 2.50 e each ,were you get of the bus you get it at the same spot , There is a village on top of the town Navare worth a visit ,, you can get a hill train up to the top cost 3.50. e return ...
Got the bus to Caldus da Rainha 2.30.e each good for cloths shopping ,, i did notice just before we got into town a big supermarket on the left ,,,
there is a tourist information in the squre speaks English so will help you were to get the bus . and the times , The bus stops are just before and after the train crossing ,,
we ate out a few times , In the squire a place called tapas house , good little corner cafe and locol food as well as pastie and chips , lol ,, he speaks good English . We tried a restaurant called Samar in the squire we had a soup starter dinner and a drink for six of us the bill came to 89 e .
there is a english mini shop on the front , sells things like bacon e,t,c,
coming back we got the coach to lisbon .. you get this from the bus station which is next to the supermarket ,, We got the tickets from the post office , Cost 11 e each . at the bus station in lisbon you can get a shuttle service to the airport 20 past and 50 past the hour its straight forward that cost us 3.50 e each .
Any advice i will try to answer have fun ,,,
And wont rip you of. we allso used this taxi service to go to Foz do arelho next to Odidos Lagoon six miles down the coast ,,, As they didn't have a bus that went there that cost 30 e each way six of us ..
got the bus to Nazare Cost 2.50 e each ,were you get of the bus you get it at the same spot , There is a village on top of the town Navare worth a visit ,, you can get a hill train up to the top cost 3.50. e return ...
Got the bus to Caldus da Rainha 2.30.e each good for cloths shopping ,, i did notice just before we got into town a big supermarket on the left ,,,
there is a tourist information in the squre speaks English so will help you were to get the bus . and the times , The bus stops are just before and after the train crossing ,,
we ate out a few times , In the squire a place called tapas house , good little corner cafe and locol food as well as pastie and chips , lol ,, he speaks good English . We tried a restaurant called Samar in the squire we had a soup starter dinner and a drink for six of us the bill came to 89 e .
there is a english mini shop on the front , sells things like bacon e,t,c,
coming back we got the coach to lisbon .. you get this from the bus station which is next to the supermarket ,, We got the tickets from the post office , Cost 11 e each . at the bus station in lisbon you can get a shuttle service to the airport 20 past and 50 past the hour its straight forward that cost us 3.50 e each .
Any advice i will try to answer have fun ,,,
Written November 8, 2014
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Colin S
Lisbon, Portugal211 contributions
May 2018
The council only clean this beach in the summer period, the rest of the year it is down to people like me who collect the plastics and glass and discarded fishing gear from the beach.
Written July 17, 2018
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Chris M
Warrington, UK86 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
The seashell shaped beach of Sao Martinho is brilliant for kids as it's sheltered and gently sloping. There's an 'in water' Activity Centre and pedals are available to hire too. Tents to protect from the sun are also available to hire by the day or week.
Written July 27, 2014
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Simon M
Bedford, UK8 contributions
Sept 2013 • Family
Visited Sao Martinho do Porto in September, 2013 with my wife and two-and-a-half year-old daughter.
Tremendous !
The weather was lovely, the beach was fantastic ... all-in-all this was a truly great break.
We stayed in a self-catering apartment, and visited the market every day. We had a coffee and a cake at the nearest cafe.
Tremendous !
The weather was lovely, the beach was fantastic ... all-in-all this was a truly great break.
We stayed in a self-catering apartment, and visited the market every day. We had a coffee and a cake at the nearest cafe.
Written December 23, 2013
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Alguem sabe quanto custa alugar uma barraca na praia s.martinho do porto
Written August 6, 2024
ricardo d
Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
quanto custa barracas alugar em são Martinho ao mês alguém sabe dizer
Written July 21, 2019
ricardo d
Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
quanto custa barracas alugar em sao martinho ao mes alguem sabe dizer
Written July 21, 2019
Sugiro contacte a Câmara Municipal de Alcobaça, através do telefone né. 262 580 800. Peça para direcionar a chamada para o Serviço de Turismo da Câmara e pergunte. Podem não saber, mas dão-lhe o contacto da concessionária e aí conseguirá resposta adequada.
Cumprimentos e boas férias.
Written July 22, 2019
Olá preciso informações como chegar de Lisboa
Obrigada
Written February 26, 2019
fatimaapfrancisco
Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
Alguém sabe me dizer o preço das barracas ao dia?
Written July 26, 2018
Olá, vai passar umas férias em Portugal e levar o meu cão comigo, gostaria de saber que o passeio na praia nesta temporada é permitido aos cães, obrigado.
Written April 5, 2018
Em Portugal é possível passear com cães na maioria dos espaços públicos. Não me recordo de ter visto qualquer sinal de proibição. Por isso recomendo que contacte o Turismo de S.Martinho do Porto para confirmar.
Written April 30, 2018
Olá alguém me sabe dizer um contacto para alugar barracas na praia?!! Obrigado
Written April 4, 2018
Estive a ler as respostas às perguntas sobre o preço do aluguer das barracas e provavelmente a mariajose1603 saberá o contacto das barracas do Miguel.
Written April 4, 2018
Alguém me sabe dizer o preço de aluguer das barracas de praia?obrigada
Written August 12, 2016
Sim, o valor varia entre 15€ 25€ dependendo do tempo de utilização.
Written August 13, 2016
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