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Azenhas do Mar

Sintra, Portugal

Views

White houses stacked on a cliff above a natural sea pool. The classic photo is from the viewpoint on the road north of the village; parking is very limited, so avoid summer weekends in a large vehicle.

Nearest town
Sintra, Portugal
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
38.8408, -9.4618

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Portugal: Electronic tolls by number plate. Some motorways only have electronic tolls; register your plate or rent a transponder. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Aldeia da PraiaCampsite
    2 km from Azenhas do Mar
    Wi-Fi
    OSMAdd to trip
  • quinta 7 nomesCampsite
    3 km from Azenhas do Mar
    Wi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Portela de SintraMotorhome stopover
    9 km from Azenhas do Mar
    Motorhomes
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Stellplatz Santa SusanaMotorhome stopover
    11 km from Azenhas do Mar
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    OSMAdd to trip
  • Orbitur GuinchoCampsite
    13 km from Azenhas do Mar
    TentsCaravans
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Area MafraMotorhome stopover
    16 km from Azenhas do Mar · 7 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
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All campsites in Portugal · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Azenhas do Mar?

Azenhas do Mar is in Sintra, Portugal, at GPS 38.8408, -9.4618. It is about 14 km from Ericeira.

Can you camp near Azenhas do Mar?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Sociedade Civil de Campistas das Marinhas S.A., about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 16 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Azenhas do Mar?

Azenhas do Mar is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lisbon to Sintra along the Cascais coast.

What is there to see near Azenhas do Mar?

Places worth a stop nearby: Cabo da Roca (7 km), Quinta da Regaleira (8 km), Castle of the Moors (8 km) and Palácio da Pena (9 km).

When is the best time to visit Azenhas do Mar?

The most pleasant months are usually April–June and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)