Dog Friendly Beaches in Portugal

Dog friendly beaches are heaven on earth for Fido. And since sandy paws equal happy dogs, we’ve sniffed out the best beaches in Portugal where dogs can run, swim, and frolic in the sand. Use the links/map below to find a dog-friendly beach in Portugal.

Pet Friendly Porto da Areia Norte
Porto da Areia Norte Porto da Areia Norte was the first dog-friendly beach in all of Portugal. Located in the picturesque seaside city of Peniche, Fido can spend the day frolicking in the waves and bounding through the sand. Make sure you clean up after your pet. Porto da Areia Norte is open 24 hours a day, every day of the week. See Details
Pet Friendly Viana de Castelo Praia do Cabedelo
Viana de Castelo Praia do Cabedelo Praia do Cabedelo at Viana De Castelo is one of Portugal's only pet-friendly beaches. You need to keep your pooch on a leash while they are on the sand for the comfort of other beach users. See Details
Praia do Coral Bring your pup out for a day in the sand at the pet-friendly Praia do Coral in Viana do Castelo, PT. Fido can run and swim off-leash at this beach area. Pet owners can rest assured as the waters are usually calm due to it being located between two jetties. See Details
Praia Para Animais Soft Sea Beach Fido is welcome to join you on the pet-friendly Praia Para Animais Soft Sea Beach in Marinhas, PT. Enjoy the view of the Atlantic while you splash in the waves with your furry friend. This beach area is accessed via a wooden walkway. See Details
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