Historic Landmarks in Ericeira

The old town, Fishermen's Beach, Ribeira d'Ilhas, São Sebastião Beach, the Santo António chapel and the surf reserve.

Ericeira Old Town

Whitewashed houses with blue trim, cobbled lanes and small squares full of cafés, all leading down to the sea.

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Fishermen's Beach

The small beach below the old town where fishing boats are still hauled up the slipway, with cliff-top views from above.

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Ribeira d'Ilhas

Ericeira's most famous surf beach, a long right-hand point break that hosts international competitions.

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São Sebastião Beach

A sandy cove at the northern edge of town, good for swimming on calm days and for watching the sunset.

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Santo António Chapel

A small fishermen's chapel on the cliff above the harbour, with a terrace and one of the best views in Ericeira.

Ericeira World Surfing Reserve

Eight kilometres of coast with seven world-class waves, protected since 2011 as Europe's first World Surfing Reserve.