Porto Coast · Portugal
Surfing Miramar
A beach break in Porto Coast, Portugal, for intermediate surfers.
- TypeBeach Break
- LevelIntermediate
- Size2-6 ft
- Best monthsSep-Apr
- Crowd2/5
The wave
Miramar is a small beach break south of Porto, near Espinho, in front of a chapel built on a rock. It's less crowded than the jetty peaks at Espinho, and it needs a clean groundswell.
41.0333, -8.65 · Clean groundswell · Open in Google Maps
When to surf Miramar
Miramar is at its best from September to April. Conditions it likes: Clean groundswell. This is how the year looks across Porto & the North:
| Months | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| September to April | Prime | Consistent swell from multiple directions, cold but reliable |
| May, Jun | Good | Decent swell, water starting to warm |
| July to August | Quiet | Smaller summer swell, busiest beaches of the year |
In season: January · February · March · April · September · October · November · December
Waves near Miramar
| Wave | Area | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espinho | Porto Coast | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 3 km |
| Matosinhos | Porto Coast | Beach Break | Intermediate / Advanced | 17 km |
| Vila do Conde | Porto Coast | Beach Break | Intermediate | 36 km |
| Póvoa do Varzim | Porto Coast | Beach Break | Intermediate | 40 km |
| Viana do Castelo | Viana do Castelo | Beach Break | Intermediate | 75 km |
| Afife | Viana do Castelo | Beach Break | Intermediate | 82 km |
Straight-line distances. By road it is usually further.
Getting there and staying around Porto Coast
Transport, costs and the rest of the waves in the area are in the Porto Coast surf guide →
A week here costs from about $287 with flights from Europe, or around $790 travelling comfortably. See other surf trips under $500 →
Miramar: common questions
When is the best time to surf Miramar?
Miramar works best from September to April. Ideal conditions: Clean groundswell.
Is Miramar good for beginners?
No. Miramar is a wave for intermediate surfers.
How crowded is Miramar?
Miramar is usually quiet: 2 out of 5 on our crowd scale.
Where is Miramar?
Miramar is in Porto Coast, in the Porto & the North region of Portugal (41.0333, -8.65). The nearest wave we cover is Espinho, about 3 km away.
Last updated October 2026. Seasons, costs and conditions change, so check the details before you book.
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