São Lourenço
A powerful right north of Ericeira that needs big swell.
São Lourenço is a right over rock and sand at the northern end of the Ericeira reserve. It starts working at 1.5–2 m of north-west swell and produces long, powerful waves.
There are fewer people than at Ribeira d'Ilhas or Coxos.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Reef |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Level | Expert |
| Best swell | NW, W |
| Best wind (offshore) | E, SE |
| Tide | Mid |
| Size | 1.5–3 m |
| Best season | Autumn and winter |
| Crowd | Medium |
| Localism | Medium |
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 shortboard; a step-up on big days. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf São Lourenço
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.
View on AmazonA shortboard leash won't hold in waves of several metres.
View on AmazonThe three-fin set for a shortboard.
View on AmazonRock or urchins on the bottom: protect your feet going in and out.
View on AmazonWarm-water wax won't grip in this water.
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Localism and vibe
A regular local crew. Respect priority.
Surfing style
Powerful reef right.
Hazards
Rocks.
Map
Shapers near São Lourenço
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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.