Pico da Mina

Figueira da Foz · Portugal Centro · Portugal

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Pico da Mina is a right-hand point over flat rock in front of the old cement works at Cabo Mondego, west of Buarcos. It is one of the longest rights in Europe, and on big days it links up with the waves of Buarcos. Locals compare it to Jeffreys Bay.

Level
Advanced
Break
Point break, rock
Waves
Rights
Crowd
Quiet
Season
autumn, winter
Boards
A shortboard or step-up; bring a longer board on big winter days.

When it works

✓ A 1.5–3 m north-west swell with an east or north-east wind, around mid tide.

When it doesn't

✕ Small swells, which don't reach it, and low tide over the rocks.

Watch out for

  • rocks
  • rips
  • currents

Best months

January, February, March, October, November, December

Local tips

Access is tricky and the paddle is long, but wannasurf says it is worth the effort. Watch out for sharp rocks and sea urchins.

Getting there

Drive to Cabo Mondego, past the cement works at the western end of Buarcos. Walk down to the rocks; there is no beach.

Travel notes

How often it works
A regular break once the swell is over about 1.5 m. It holds big swells.
Crowd and vibe
Usually empty; the access puts many surfers off.
Camping and vans
The Quiaios campsite and Orbitur Gala are both about 4–6 km away. Portuguese road law bans motorhome overnight stays outside authorised places in protected areas, Natura 2000 sites and zones covered by the coastal plans, and limits other overnight stops to 48 hours per municipality. Nearest campsite about 4 km away.
Facilities
None at the point. Cafés and shops in Buarcos.
Water quality
The nearby Cabo Mondego beach was rated excellent in APA's latest annual classification and flies a Blue Flag in 2026.

Ideal conditions

Swell
W–NW best, WSW–NNW works
Size
1.6–3 m offshore swell; starts at 1.2 m, holds to 4 m
Period
10 s minimum, best from 13 s
Wind
Offshore NNE–ESE; handles onshore up to 12 km/h
Tide
mid best, avoid low
Faces
W (262°)

Live cam

No cam at this spot yet: the forecast and the guide are on the map.

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