Cova Do Vapor Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Cova Do Vapor Surf Guide
This sandy alcove, sandwiched between two, long, rocky groynes, looks across to Lisbon from the southern fringe of the Tejo / Tagus rivermouth. When a big swell hits, the accumulated sand throws up powerful, short, wedgy waves popular with a loyal bodyboarding crew. There is a right breaking off the northern groyne, as well as a left to the south. The waves are hollow and heavy. The swell angle is important as the rivermouth can cut out some of the size.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Best for experienced surfers due to heavy rippy nature of spot.
Local Vibe
Doable
Dominated by a local crew.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Bodyboard Mecca when big.
Spot Rating
Fun
In big swells this small beach wakes up producing heavy, hollow wedges for a loyal bodyboard crew.
Shoulder Burn
Exhausting
Heavy, chunky peaks with lots of current moving.
Water Quality
Dirty
Poor - at mouth of Tagus river.
Hazards
There is a big rip by the groyne - only for experts as outside the bay are strong currents from the river. Usually fishermen on the groyne.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Bodyboard, Bodysurfing
Access
Small, beach front car park, plus another set back from the beach.
Bottom
Sand
Best Season
December to February .
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