Praia Fluvial da Louçainha

Louçainha River Beach lies in the village of Louçainha, in the Serra do Espinhal, in the municipality of Penela, in Portugal's Beiras region. It is a river beach set in the bed of the Ribeira da Azenha stream, with two natural pools of different depths: a shallow area for children and a diving area reaching about three and a half metres deep.

It is classified as an Accessible Beach, with a ramp for reduced-mobility visitors, separate men's and women's changing rooms, a picnic area, and a panoramic restaurant by the water. Every August, Penela's municipal library sets up a "Fluvioteca" reading corner there, with newspapers and books available to bathers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Louçainha River Beach have a Blue Flag? Not in 2026 — it does not appear on ABAAE's 2026 Blue Flag list, although it has held the award in previous years.

How do you get to Louçainha River Beach? It is in the village of Louçainha, municipality of Penela, about 38 minutes by road from Coimbra, set in the Ribeira da Azenha streambed in the Serra do Espinhal.

Does Louçainha River Beach have a lifeguard? Yes, it is a supervised bathing area during the bathing season.

What type of beach is Louçainha River Beach? It is a river beach with two natural pools on the Ribeira da Azenha — a shallow one for children and one with a diving board.