Map of the Silver Coast, Portugal

Explore Portugal's Costa de Prata with our interactive map featuring historic towns, surfing beaches, and the dramatic coastline north of Lisbon.

About the Silver Coast

The Silver Coast (Costa de Prata) stretches along Portugal's Atlantic coastline, roughly from Lisbon to Porto. Named for the silvery shimmer of the ocean waters, this region offers a perfect blend of historic towns, beautiful beaches, excellent surfing, and traditional Portuguese culture.

~250 km Coastline
World-class Surfing
Medieval Towns
1-2 hours From Lisbon

Historic Towns

  • Óbidos - Perfectly preserved medieval walled town, famous for ginjinha cherry liqueur
  • Nazaré - Traditional fishing village, now world-famous for record-breaking big waves
  • Peniche - Fishing port and surfing mecca with Berlengas Islands nearby
  • Leiria - University city with hilltop castle
  • Alcobaça - UNESCO monastery and charming town
  • Batalha - UNESCO monastery, masterpiece of Gothic architecture
  • Tomar - Knights Templar headquarters with Convent of Christ

Surfing Destinations

Nazaré - Praia do Norte

Home to world-record big waves, reaching over 30 meters.

Peniche - Supertubos

World Surf League championship venue, powerful barrel waves.

Ericeira

World Surfing Reserve with multiple quality breaks.

Baleal

Popular surf town near Peniche, great for all levels.

Best Beaches

  • Praia da Nazaré - Wide town beach with traditional fishing culture
  • São Martinho do Porto - Sheltered bay, perfect for families
  • Foz do Arelho - Beautiful lagoon beach at Óbidos Lagoon
  • Berlengas - Island beaches accessible by boat from Peniche

UNESCO Sites

The Silver Coast is rich in cultural heritage:

  • Monastery of Alcobaça - Cistercian masterpiece
  • Monastery of Batalha - Gothic and Manueline architecture
  • Convent of Christ, Tomar - Templar heritage