COMPORTA
38º 22' 43'' N; 8º 47' 07'' W
The parish is limited to the north by the estuary of the River Sado and to the west by the peninsula of Troia, from which it is separated by the stream of Comporta.
Comporta is surrounded by rice paddies, the ocean, sand dunes, and pine forests. It’s a unique place, where you can connect with nature and live in the moment. To some people, the fishing cabins on stilts conjure up images of Asia, whilst for others, the magnificent white-sand beaches bordering the ocean evoke the Hamptons, but Comporta has a rhythm and an ambiance that are all its own.
This wild place has long been kept secret by regular visitors, who appreciate the tranquility of this distinctive region. And although spending holidays here is becoming more and more ‘trendy’, make no mistake – Comporta isn’t the new Ibiza. This is the epitome of slowness and simplicity; a little corner of paradise, suspended between the ocean and the rice paddies.
Tradition and simplicity reign supreme in the villages of the region. The buildings fit together harmoniously and the villagers can still be found in the same cafés they have always frequented. There are no legions of tourists, and no nightclubs. What you can find is the authenticity and easy living of Portugal.
Beach
Comporta is famous for its high-quality beaches and the mild climate during the summer. Comporta beach has white sand and a blue sea, giving it a paradisiacal aspect. The wide beach, the car park, and good access - through a dirt road that leaves from the EN 261, before reaching Herdade da Comporta - in a north-south direction - makes this beach one of the most popular and popular in the region. For a long time, it was the place chosen by people from the Alentejo countryside to go to baths. Today, due to the Lisbon-Madrid highway, it is the Spaniards who have made Comporta one of their favorite places. This beach has been awarded the Blue Flag over the years, a symbol of the quality that you can find here.
In 2015, the Sal restaurant, on Pego beach, in Comporta, was considered the best beach bar/restaurant in the world by the readers of Traveler magazine.
Bird Watching
Comporta is part of the Sado Estuary Nature Reserve, giving it the necessary conditions for the development of the more than 200 species of birds that exist here.
Comporta is located 1 hour and 15 minutes from Lisbon, so it’s perfectly possible to spend a few days in the region during a holiday in Portugal. Far from Lisbon’s hectic lifestyle, in Comporta you’ll find a cosmopolitan mixture of surf spots, authentic beach cabins, forests of pine and cork oak, generous meals, and cool boutiques. It’s the perfect place to re-energize and enjoy the delights of Portugal.
Hiring a car is essential for reaching this destination. From Lisbon airport, head towards Setubal to catch the Sado estuary ferry towards Troia.
Everything starts here, during the crossing. When you smell the pines and feel the Atlantic breeze on deck, you’re already on holiday. If you’re lucky, you may even see dolphins on the way. Once you’ve disembarked, it’s only fifteen minutes further to Comporta and its enormous beach, more than 10 kilometers long, bordered by dunes.
When to go to Comporta in Portugal?
The climate in Comporta is generally temperate. The Atlantic influence brings mildness to this region. Summers are hot and dry and the temperature is rather mild in winter for Europe. It is, therefore, possible to go to Comporta all year round.
The average temperature reaches 32°C in August and drops to 14°C in January. The water temperature is between 16°C and 22°C.
The months of April, May, June, September, and October are particularly pleasant because the climate is warm and the region is less frequented by tourists.
What to do in Comporta, Portugal?
Thanks to its exceptional natural surroundings, Comporta is the new trendy spot for holidays in Europe. The activities on site will satisfy all desires: surfing, horse riding, golf and yoga for the sporty ones, bird and dolphin watching in the Sado nature reserve, or a visit to the Roman ruins and the rice museum for the more curious.
Where to stay in Comporta, Portugal?
Just 1 hour from Lisbon, Alma da Comporta offers rentals of typical houses in Comporta. Located close to the beaches, it is the ideal place to spend holidays with family or friends. The architecture of the houses follows the codes of the fishermen’s huts of the region and the swimming pools overlooking the rice fields of Comporta. The attention of the hosts will finish making your stay unforgettable.
