Praia da Vagueira
Vagos, Aveiro
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About this beach
Vagueira Beach lies in the village of Vagueira, in the parish of Gafanha da Boa Hora, municipality of Vagos, in Aveiro district, on Portugal's Costa de Prata. It is the most popular beach in the municipality, with a wide sandy area and a seafront promenade lined with restaurants, terraces and shops.
It is one of the beaches that still practices Arte Xávega, the traditional fishing method in which fishermen haul nets ashore with the help of oxen or tractors. Vagueira Beach has held the Blue Flag continuously since 1989 and also carries the Accessible Beach award, retaining its Blue Flag status for the 2026 bathing season, awarded by ABAAE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Vagueira Beach have a Blue Flag? Yes, continuously since 1989, including the 2026 bathing season.
How do you get to Vagueira Beach? It is in the village of Vagueira, parish of Gafanha da Boa Hora, municipality of Vagos, with direct road access and a promenade along the sand.
Does Vagueira Beach have a lifeguard? Yes, as a Blue Flag beach it has lifeguard supervision during the bathing season.
Is Vagueira Beach accessible to visitors with reduced mobility? Yes, it also holds the Accessible Beach award.
What type of beach is Vagueira Beach? It is a maritime beach with a wide sandy area, known for traditional Arte Xávega fishing.
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Weather now
20°C
Partly cloudy
- Wind
- 5 km/h
- UV Index
- 6.3
- Sea temperature
- 19°C
- Wave height
- 0.9 m
Data: Open-Meteo
Details
- Type
- Maritime Beach
- Water Quality
- Excellent
- Access
- Easy
- Region
- Silver Coast
- Municipality
- Vagos
- District
- Aveiro
