São Pedro do Estoril (Bico)
The Cascais-line reef right that holds the most size.
At São Pedro do Estoril a very long right breaks over rock slabs, the one on the Cascais line that holds the most size. It needs a big winter swell wrapping into the bay, and works with a northerly wind.
It fills with Lisbon surfers on good days.
Spot facts
| Wave type | Reef |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Best swell | SW, W |
| Best wind (offshore) | N, NE |
| Tide | All tides |
| Size | 1–2.5 m |
| Best season | Winter |
| Crowd | Heavy |
| Localism | High |
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 or longboard. How many litres? Work out your volume with the volume calculator.
What to bring to surf São Pedro do Estoril (Bico)
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 AmazonKeeps your board from drifting off or hitting someone.
View on AmazonHold and smooth turns for a single fin.
View on AmazonThe three-fin set for a shortboard.
View on AmazonRock or urchins on the bottom: protect your feet going in and out.
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Localism and vibe
There's localism and a high level. Respect priority.
Surfing style
Long reef right.
Hazards
Sea urchins, currents and rocks.
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.