Having a reputation as the finest beach in all of Portugal, this Atlantic Ocean beach is accessed by descending down a steep paved road to the small parking area. Adequate parking is also available at the top of the cliffs above the beach. Nestled between two protruding points, this beach stretches over 1/2 mile. The white sands emerge from the base of the rocky cliffs, sloping down over 200 feet to the shoreline. The waves roll in and the surf surges against the cliffs framing the beach, completing the natural experience for the senses. Although I visited in the winter I can imagine the summer sun covering sun-worshipping beachgoers and their lounge chairs, and water rats frolicking in the surf.