Foz do Lizandro
Ericeira's sand beach, at the mouth of the Lizandro river: waves for everyone.
Foz do Lizandro is a sand beach at the mouth of the Lizandro river, south of Ericeira. It has a central peak with rights and lefts and two smaller peaks; it works on any tide.
At low tide it's a good place to learn, and it's the sandy alternative to the area's reefs.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Rivermouth |
|---|---|
| Direction | Lefts and rights |
| Level | All levels |
| Best swell | NW, W |
| Best wind (offshore) | E, NE, SE |
| Tide | All tides |
| Size | 0.5–2.5 m |
| Best season | All year |
| Crowd | Heavy |
| Localism | Low |
Surf forecast
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Model forecast for open water a few kilometres offshore: it can't see sandbanks or the shelter of headlands and jetties. The rating (0–5) is worked out from this spot's ideal swell and wind. Use it as a guide and check the sea before paddling out. Data: Open-Meteo (DWD, ECMWF; CC BY 4.0)
Which board to bring
A minimalibu or funboard for learning; a shortboard on good days. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf Foz do Lizandro
The water is around 14 °C in winter and 18 °C in late summer. This is what we'd bring for this spot's water, level and boards.
The autumn-to-spring suit for water at 12–16 °C.
View on AmazonWarm feet in winter and protection on rocks.
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View on AmazonThe three-fin set for a shortboard.
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Localism and vibe
An open vibe, with surf schools.
Surfing style
Beach break for everyone.
Hazards
River currents and cold water.
Map
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Indicative information gathered from surf guides and surfers' experience. Conditions change with the sandbanks: check the forecast and ask at the beach.