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Portinho da Arrábida

Setúbal, Portugal

Nature

A sheltered bay of white sand and clear water under the green slopes of the Serra da Arrábida. The access road is narrow and parking is very limited in summer, when shuttle buses sometimes run.

Nearest town
Setúbal, Portugal
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
38.4806, -8.9786
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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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Serra da Arrábida and the Setúbal peninsula – a statue of jesus is shown against a blue skyPhoto by Daniel de Paola on Unsplash
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Campsites nearby

  • CEADA - Centro Escutista da ArrábidaCampsite
    3 km from Portinho da Arrábida
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • YMCA Camp AlambreCampsite
    5 km from Portinho da Arrábida
    ToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • ValbomCampsite
    10 km from Portinho da Arrábida
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Fauna SesimbraCampsite
    15 km from Portinho da Arrábida
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Parque de Campismo da GâmbiaCampsite
    20 km from Portinho da Arrábida
    TentsCaravansShowersToilets
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Area Serviço Autocaravana CorroiosMotorhome stopover
    23 km from Portinho da Arrábida · 15 pitches
    MotorhomesDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
    OSMAdd to trip

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

FAQs

Where is Portinho da Arrábida?

Portinho da Arrábida is in Setúbal, Portugal, at GPS 38.4806, -8.9786. It is about 11 km from Sesimbra.

Can you camp near Portinho da Arrábida?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Parque de Campismo Picheleiros, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 23 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Portinho da Arrábida?

Portinho da Arrábida is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Serra da Arrábida and the Setúbal peninsula.

What is there to see near Portinho da Arrábida?

Places worth a stop nearby: Palmela Castle (12 km), Cabo Espichel (22 km), Cristo Rei (28 km) and Jerónimos Monastery (31 km).

When is the best time to visit Portinho da Arrábida?

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)