Photo: Niklas Nyman

Surf’s up at this spectacular beach on Portugal’s central west coast – just one hour from Lisbon

Where to stay

The very cool Surfers Lodge Peniche, above,  has 15 bedrooms and two six bunk dorms, just 300 metres from the beach. They run a first-class surf school,  hold yoga classes, and have DJs keeping the party going in summer.  Swedish team Living Design ( Metropolitan hotel, London, Adlon Kempinski, Berlin)  aimed for a boho--chic style with furniture made from old boats and surf-inspired art .  Food is fresh and locally sourced - and prices are a dream. What are you waiting for?

Just one hour from Lisbon airport, you can hire a car, or the Lodge will arrange transfers ( around £82 each way)

Photo: Niklas Nyman

Avenida do mar, Nº 132, Casais do Baleal - Ferrel, Peniche, Portugal , +351 262 700 030 

Doubles from £85, B&B