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Guincho beach

Cascais, Portugal

Nature

A wide beach of dunes under the Serra de Sintra, known for strong wind, surf and kitesurfing. Swimming can be dangerous; car parks line the N247.

Nearest town
Cascais, Portugal
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
38.7320, -9.4730

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

All campsites in Portugal · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Guincho beach?

Guincho beach is in Cascais, Portugal, at GPS 38.7320, -9.4730. It is about 11 km from Sintra.

Can you camp near Guincho beach?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Orbitur Guincho, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 19 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Guincho beach?

Guincho beach is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lisbon to Sintra along the Cascais coast.

What is there to see near Guincho beach?

Places worth a stop nearby: Cabo da Roca (6 km), Boca do Inferno (6 km), Palácio da Pena (9 km) and Quinta da Regaleira (10 km).

When is the best time to visit Guincho beach?

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)