There are four official nude beaches in the Lisbon region, and four others where nude sunbathing is tolerated or rather common. The official ones are all found to the south. Officially a nude beach since , this has long been a destination for those who prefer to go au naturel.
You can also walk north to another nude beach, Praia da Bela Vista see below. Found on the southern end of Costa da Caparica, this official nude beach is set against a beautiful backdrop of dunes which provide shelter on windy days.
It maintains a rather wild atmosphere and is perfect for sunbathing, but not so great for swimming, as the waves can be strong. Located immediately to the south of Meco, Rio da Prata is another official nude beach , and is even wilder. For more details, see the Rio da Prata guide. Local authorities have begun to discourage visits to this beach a sign pointing to it from the road has even been removed , because of the steep descent and lack of lifeguard supervision. Still, the Portuguese Naturist Federation recommends it as a beach where naturism is tolerated, and its stunning beauty guarantees that it will remain on the tourist path for years to come.
This wild beach is found between the picturesque village of Azenhas do Mar and the more popular beach of Magoito , in Sintra. It can be reached down a staircase from the top of a cliff or over the rocks and tidal pools from Magoito.
There are no lifeguards on duty. See the Praia da Aguda guide. Nudism is now rather rare at this beach in Sintra, but it was once common on the northern end. Still, at low tide, you can find some seclusion behind the rocks that punctuate the sand, away from the restaurant that welcomes you to the beach. This is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Lisbon region , and quite a romantic destination for couples just avoid it on weekends.
