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Farol da Nazaré – Nazaré (31741767576)📷 Sergei Gussev, CC BY 2.0

Farol da Nazaré

Nazaré, Portugal

Views

The lighthouse above the biggest waves ever surfed, at their best in winter.

Nearest town
Nazaré, Portugal
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
39.6048, -9.0853

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

  • Camping Orbitur ValadoCampsite
    3 km from Farol da Nazaré
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Área de Serviço com Zona de Pernoita para Caravanas e Autocaravanas AlcobaçaMotorhome stopover
    11 km from Farol da Nazaré · 24 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityToiletsWaste disposalWi-FiFree
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Parque de Campismo Baía AzulCampsite
    12 km from Farol da Nazaré
    CaravansWi-Fi
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  • LandshauseMotorhome stopover
    14 km from Farol da Nazaré
    Motorhomes
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Litoral outdoorMotorhome stopover
    17 km from Farol da Nazaré
    MotorhomesWaste disposalFree
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Casa AzzurraMotorhome stopover
    25 km from Farol da Nazaré
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalWi-Fi
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All campsites in Portugal · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Farol da Nazaré?

Farol da Nazaré is in Nazaré, Portugal, at GPS 39.6048, -9.0853. It is about 28 km from Óbidos.

Can you camp near Farol da Nazaré?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Orbitur Valado, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 22 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Farol da Nazaré?

Farol da Nazaré is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Central Portugal: Templars and granite villages.

What is there to see near Farol da Nazaré?

Places worth a stop nearby: Alcobaça Monastery (11 km), Batalha Monastery (23 km), Óbidos (28 km) and Cabo Carvoeiro (39 km).

When is the best time to visit Farol da Nazaré?

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)

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