PLACES AROUND LISBON THAT YOU MAY WANT TO SEE
Lisbon has plenty to see, but if you have some time left, or stay a few more days ...
there are a few places close to Lisbon that you may want to visit. Some of them have nice beaches, others are very cosy towns, one of them is a must see. They are all within one hour travelling distance from the venue.
The links associated with the legend, give more information about the places, about how to reach them from Lisbon, and show pictures of each of them.
PRAIA GRANDE
Praia Grande is known as one of the best Portuguese beaches for water sports, such as bodyboard
and surf. It hosts every year European and World Championships competitions both of bodyboard and surf.
On the surrounding cliffs one can find dinosaurs footprints and pedestrian tracks enjoying beautiful sceneries
from central Lisbon: | 
40 min |
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Praia Grande
Dinosaurs footprints
PRAIA DAS MAÇÃS
A pictoresque village with a beach that is popular in summer. The beach covers a considerable
area with space for differing sporting activities. The sea, with its strong waves, gives good surfing conditions.
from central Lisbon: | 40 min |
Praia das Maçãs
AZENHAS DO MAR
Azenhas do Mar is located in a picturesque valley with white houses perched on the Northern Slope.
An ocean pool has been built as the sand was nearly completely submersed during the high tides.
It is a quite popular spot all year long due to the spectacular sceneries offered by the place.
from central Lisbon: | 40 min |
Azenhas do Mar
