Sightseeing

Baleal Island
The Surfcastle is right at the edge of this peculiar beach.
Baleal is unique because it has surf spots facing north and south. This unique geographical situation makes it excellent for surfing in any direction of the wind. The village of Baleal is very picturesque with its small cafés, narrow streets, and beautiful houses. There is an old fortress in ruins, which is pretty cool to visit during a sunny day.

Peniche
The city of Peniche is just 3 Km away from the Surfcastle. It’s still one of the major harbors in Portugal, and the leading industry is fishing. Most of the excellent restaurants in the area are located in Peniche.

The most famous attractions are the old fortress, the city center, and the scenic road around the town called Marginal Norte.

Óbidos

The medieval village of Obidos is rich in history. It is 25 km away from Surfcastle. This ancient town is surrounded by massive stone walls that were used to protect the citizens from fierce invaders during the medieval age. Nowadays, Obidos is a significant tourist attraction in Portugal.

This place is considered a world heritage by Unesco and is one of the best-preserved medieval villages in the world.

Lisbon
Portugal's capital is 90 km away from the Surfcastle. It's worthwhile to visit Lisbon at the beginning or end of your trip because the closest international airport is actually in Lisbon.
We can recommend fantastic hotels in Lisbon to make your stay pleasant. Explore the old neighborhoods of Alfama, Graça, Baixa, Bairro Alto, and Belém.

Sintra & Cascais

We recommend a day trip to this area starting from Cascais. Explore this magnificent town's lovely beaches and take the scenic road from Cascais to Sintra. In Sintra, you will find a fairytale town (world heritage).
Palácio da Pena and the muslim castle are both must sees in Sintra.

Caldas da Rainha

This city is just 30 km away from Surfcastle and is known for its thermal hospital, which used to be frequented by the Queen of Portugal. The therapeutic and medical baths are still very famous in the area.
The city center is charming, with cobbled stone streets and quaint shops. A street market in the main square is well worth visiting.