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Ursa Beach

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Secluded beach accessed by a steep trail, offering golden shores & an outcropping of large rocks. People often mention beach, worth, hike, beautiful, difficult, water, hiking, good, Cabo, shoes,


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  • 5/5 Liang C. 1 year ago on Google
    What a lovely place! Yes, from the parking lot, you have to go downhill for about 20 minutes and at some places it’s slippery and you have to use your hands to balance. But on the way, you also have some nice spots to view the Cabo da Roca, the beach itself and its surrounding cliffs. We did the trail with our 5 years old daughter without any problems. But if you have baby buggy with you, better skip it. The beach itself isn’t very small and thanks to the 20 minute walk, it’s also not very crowded. We also saw visitors with surf board and big sunshades there, hats off! Beside the beach, you can also walk a little to explore the hidden bay or climb the cliff. Near the cliff there is also shade in place. Going uphill is of course stressful, but somehow easier that going downhill. We stayed at the beach for about 3 to 4 hours and enjoyed every moment. The last advice, treat yourself well and don’t wear slippers to get there!
    30 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Diogo S. 1 year ago on Google
    What a stunning place! This is one of the top views in Portugal, a stunning beach with a very unique landscape! It's in the west area, so be mindful of weather, might not be always amazing! But its totally worth the detour and is just next to cabo da roca. You can do the small hike and go down to the beach. Its really really nice! Totally worth it.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ariane B. 1 year ago on Google
    This beach is worth the hike! Take time, water and food with you because it is quite a treck to the beach. As there are quite a few people coming and going, it made me feel safe to know that I wasn’t just hiking randomly. We saw a few kids as well but I wouldn’t recommend it for young kids as the hike is quite strenuous but also the waves are quite strong. It is definitely an experience I wouldn’t want to miss out on.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Artūrs 10 months ago on Google
    The views are spectacular - from the top to the bottom. The walk down takes time (20 minutes); difficulty is moderate. Shoes with some grip are recommended. The path starts from (38.7831603, -9.4874889). The beach is very clean and not crowded. Water was relatively calm, at the beginning of July.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ian W. 1 year ago on Google
    I highly recommend walking a part of the trail to see this stunning beach and cliffs, as it is only a short distance from Cabo da Roca. If you are up for the challenge and have the time, it is worthwhile to climb down to the beach, but this may be difficult and wearing appropriate shoes is a must. One of my friends broke her arm when she slipped along the path and fell down a few meters, but she was wearing flip flops...
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alessandro M. 1 year ago on Google
    Beach immersed in a completely wild environment, difficult to reach except through a rather demanding walking-path. There is a small strip of sand which is eaten up by the ocean at high tide and leaves no connection with the mainland. The spectacle of the waves breaking on the coast is evocative and hypnotic.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jomin N. 2 years ago on Google
    I arrived here hiking. It's one of the most beautiful beach that I ever saw. The contrast with the rocks is incredible, the sand is really fine and with a golden color and the water is amazing too. It's a big isolated so the beach is really clean. Absolutely recommended.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Виктория �. 2 years ago on Google
    Oh, it's so beautiful! I love it!! But, be careful! The lane to the beach is pretty difficult because it is right in the rocks and very craggy. You should have a good footwear.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paulo C. 3 years ago on Google
    A beach of choice where I have already taken the most beautiful pictures of the natural sea landscape of my life. Many hours on the beach waiting for the magic time for the perfect click and many other adventures. I have also climbed Ursa and Espinhaço. Praia da Ursa is a beach located near Cabo da Roca in the municipality of Sintra, Portugal. Given the proximity to the cape, it is the most western beach in Europe. Considered one of the most beautiful in the country, its access is very difficult and dangerous. On the road, close to Cabo da Roca, a sign marks your name - following a footpath along a dirt road, you reach a deserted spot where you can find a sign with the indication "Beach not guarded". From there, a path is taken, on the left, which runs down the slope in zigzags to the beach. This is the best way (the one that goes on and appears to be the main one, because it is wider, requires skills of a climber). It is advisable to always be accompanied. Once on the beach, the view is amazing, with the colossal stones of Ursa and Gigante marking the coastline. During low tide it is possible to discover contiguous coves - Palaia, to the south, where perch fishermen are frequent, and Pesqueiro do Abrigo, to the north. Get ready for an hour of walking (hour and a half for the return), properly equipped with a good pair of boots, food and drink.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Der X. 9 months ago on Google
    Most beautiful beach I've ever been at. Nice sunset location. Decent amount of visitors but not packed at all. Shallow water. Careful! Steep hike up and down for about 30min. Do not wear flip-flops. Use the more southern access route and start from Cabo da Roca or closer up from the roadside.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anna D. 1 year ago on Google
    My favorite beach in Portugal! It was truly beyond stunning. I went slightly before sunset and had the beach almost to myself (there was only one other person there). However, do note that the descent is rocky and steep. I found the ascent to be much easier. Make sure to wear sturdy shoes.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sonja K. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful beach. The hike from Cabo da Roca is around 2km one way. There are lots of height differences, so be prepared with hiking gear. The last stretch down to the beach is quite steep but totally worth it.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fábio A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beach difficult to reach but worth the effort. Cold but clear water. Watch out for ocean currents. (Original) Praia de difícil acesso mas vale a pena o esforço. Água fria mas cristalina. Cuidado com as correntes oceânicas.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 No N. 10 months ago on Google
    Amazing place. It takes approx. 20 minutes to get to the beach from the top, and ~20-25 minutes to get back. But it takes unlimited amount of time to enjoy the place :)
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael K. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing beach. Beautiful spot. Not an "easy" walk down to it, but worth it if you're in decent shape. Can't wait to go back to this dreamy spot.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lovasz R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful beach, few people, ice cold water. I do not recommend slippers, sandals, with children. Dangerous section. (Original) Csodás part, kevés ember , jéghideg víz . Papucsban , szandálban , gyerekkel nem ajánlom .Veszélyes szakasz .
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vivian W. 1 year ago on Google
    From the main road, it is about a 30-40 minute hike with some extremely steep steps and loose rubble when you’re 4/5ths down the trail and nearing the beach. Good hiking shoes are recommended, but otherwise the beach is well worth the visit! Great landscapes and beautiful scenery. Arriving late afternoon in time for the sunset is ideal.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lillis T. 1 year ago on Google
    The trip down to this beach is not for the faint of heart. Bring good walking shoes, a towel, and your swimsuit. Then, a dip in the Atlantic is all the more refreshing after such a journey.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ricardo van D. 3 years ago on Google
    Praia da Ursa is a pretty secluded beach as it cannot be accessed by car. The views from the short hike to the beach blew us away! Definitely a must visit for those that come to Cabo da Roca.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Joao C. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a nice beach, but a 20 minute trail down, not so easy!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Enrique R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Incredible place, it is difficult to access, let's not kid ourselves, it is not recommended for anyone who is not agile and it takes about 20 minutes to get there, but it is worth it. If it is windy up, not down, and with little you are very comfortable in La Playa, with cold water and waves, but it is the Atlantic. (Original) Lugar increíble, es de difícil acceso no nos engañemos, no es recomendable para nadie que no esté ágil y se tarda como 20 minutos en llegar, pero merece la pena. Si hace viento arriba, abajo no y con poco se está muy a gusto en La Playa, una pega agua fría y olas, pero es el Atlántico.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 fischele �. 1 year ago on Google
    The beach itself is only a cessible via a short (30-40 min) hike that may be difficult for inexperienced hikers (T2/T2+ level). Once you get down to sea level you are greeted by a secluded and lightly visited beach.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 oussama a. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice beach with little hiking to get there You would think it’s an empty beach cuz of the difficulties get there or the isolated area around but no I found it crowded 😅😅
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tara Lynne F. 3 years ago on Google
    Hands down our favourite beach in Portugal. Very much worth the 1km or so trek downhill on foot to get to it. Suggest you wear good running shoes with good treads (that you don't mind getting dusty and dirty) as the path is narrow, rocky and steep in parts. Do not wear flip flops. I wore my Birkenstocks which were ok, but not ideal. If you go to the left at the bottom of the path you will find a really great area of the beach that is less busy and where some of the people are nude. Not all people do this but we were happy to be able to, and not be the only ones.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 G A. 1 year ago on Google
    Not far from Cabo Da Boca bus stop, about one hour hike to the top depending on your speed and stops you take on the way. Quite challenging descent (and ascent on the way back) to the beach but totally worth it the effort. Wear proper hiking shoes, snacks, water and even a swimming suite if you are okay with cold water.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elena V. 11 months ago on Google
    The best beach I've ever been to. The hike down is very steep and sometimes dangerous. It might take about 30 minutes to go down, but the beach is well worth the effort! The ascent back was much faster and easier, but you have to use both legs and arms while going up. I wouldn't risk going down if there was a risk of rain, the stones can get very slippery.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Agnelo B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Going down to the beach is a good challenge ... (Original) Descida para a praia um bom desafio...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jumana M. 10 months ago on Google
    One of the best beaches I've been to in my life amongst in other countries too. You need to hike the mountain to get there Somehow a difficult hike, I was wearing a flip flop although I've read the reviews not to, the scenery is soo sirine, water is cold but you get used to it, you can't swim waves are soo strong but you can take dips. People were friendly, It's a rural place i was alone but never felt unsafe. I toke an Uber from Lisbon around 31 $ The uber driver stopped at the top of the mountain in another trail point which was very difficult and longer than the one people normally take. I would like to go again to see the sunset.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stefanie M. 3 years ago on Google
    My favorite beach
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bruno D. 3 years ago on Google
    Best beach that i know in portugal. Had a really nice time there

  • 5/5 Vladimir L. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place, although you need to hike to get there!

  • 5/5 Victor L. 1 year ago on Google
    For anyone visiting cabo da roca, you have to visit this beach. Requires a brief ~10min hike down from the road. Easy trail down to the beach but might be slippery when wet. May not be suitable or may take longer for those who are not used to trail walking. Spectacular scenery. The beach isn't big but it definitely isn't crowded. Didn't have time to go for a swim but would do so the next time I visit.

  • 5/5 Md R. 3 years ago on Google
    What a wonderful unique sandy sea beach between rocks. Hiking through the mountains make this beach extra feelings. Must visited

  • 5/5 Ivan R. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing beach! But be careful while going down when reaching it and while going up when leaving it, it is pretty steep and rocky.

  • 4/5 Temple M. 3 years ago on Google
    Paisagem unica. ..magnifica

  • 5/5 Charlotte B. 3 years ago on Google
    Quite a steep, stony walk down so wear good shoes - no flip flops! And bring some water. But 100% worth every step for the views and the gorgeous beach. Especially good at low tide.

  • 5/5 Zsolt H. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a secluded little stretch of beach. it is not easy to get there, there is no established road. You can get down through a small path. You have to wear sporty equipment, it is often steep and dangerous. Only go if you feel strong. The beach is beautiful. One of the most amazing I've ever seen. No crowds, no garbage, just 100% peace and nature. ......................................

  • 5/5 Marlene R. 3 years ago on Google
    Great beach if you're up for an adventure. It will take you at least 20 minutes of walking/climbing to get there, but it's very worth it.

  • 5/5 Md. Tareq Khan T. 1 year ago on Google
    Very beautiful beach with hill in one side. If you want to loose yourself It's the right place.

  • 5/5 Editing P. 3 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful and isolated with scenic hiking trail

  • 5/5 Jose M. 11 months ago on Google
    One of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal. You have to go on a 30m hike before reaching the beach but the views are amazing on the way down

  • 5/5 Gabor B. 1 year ago on Google
    These giants are more than 30 meters high and suddenly you are in some kind of an adventure movie, this place is truly beautiful. The trail down to the beach is pretty challenging so make sure you grab your hiking shoes.

  • 5/5 Boa J. 11 months ago on Google
    Little extreme mountain hiking experience going down and then up, perfect for beginners. Then hot soft clean sand beach. Big ocean waves. And wonderful overlook on rocks. Better then tourist place with cross. Recommend. Would go again/10. Don't forget to take swim wear, towel and good footwear.

  • 5/5 Shashi Y. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best beaches I have visited. Reaching here is bit hard but manageble. We have to walk down the hill to reach this spot. There are no restaurants or stalls at beach so carry water and snaks with you. There are other beaches around it which are fully crowded. This beach has very less people and more privacy. We had very good time. It is very close to lisbon. We parked our car beside the road as other cars parked. There is no official entrance for this beach.

  • 5/5 Miguel L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Calm and pretty beach (Original) Playa tranquila y bonita

  • 5/5 Oleksii M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The most beautiful beach in the vicinity of Lisbon. I recommend. (Original) Najpiękniejsza plaża w okolicach Lisbona. Polecam.

  • 5/5 Adriana S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magic... (Original) Magia...

  • 5/5 János J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Amazingly beautiful place! Although you have to walk for it and it is not recommended for those who e.g. they would not be able to walk up to the "mountain" of Nagykopasz in Tokaj, but it can be comfortably taken with even moderate strength and training. There’s a good chance you’ll only swim here once, as the wave pool is constantly running, there is current everywhere and the water is 17-18 degrees in the summer, but the sight and the feeling of infinite power are well worth it! The finest sand on the shore, the rocks behind you break wildly into the sky, and in front of you the raging ocean. I've never seen anything like it in the Great Plain! Never! If you are in Portugal, you have to go here! (Original) Elképesztően gyönyörű hely! Bár kell mászkálni érte és nem is ajánlott olyanoknak, akik pl. a tokaji Nagykopasz "hegyre" nem bírnának felsétálni, de már közepes erőnléttel és edzettséggel is kényelmesen bevállalható. Úszni jó eséllyel csak egyszer fogsz itt, mivel a hullámmedence állandóan működik, áramlat mindenfelé és a víz is 17-18 fokos nyáron, de a látvány és a végtelen erő érzete bőven megéri! A parton a legfinomabb homok, a sziklák mögötted vadul törnek az égre, előtted pedig a háborgó óceán. Az Alföldön egyszer sem láttam ilyet! Soha! Ha Portugáliában jársz, akkor el kell ide menned!

  • 4/5 horst s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great sandy beach, just a little difficult to get to. It is essential to wear good shoes (Original) Toller Sandstrand, nur etwas schwer zu erreichen. Unbedingt gutes Schuhwerk tragen

  • 5/5 Denisovic 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super nice beach, the descent from the road takes about 45 minutes, but it is easy to do! (Original) Super schöner Strand, Abstieg von der Straße aus dauert ca 45 Minuten, ist aber gut machbar!

  • 5/5 valter v. 3 years ago on Google
    Deslumbrante...👍

  • 5/5 Martin M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) the most hidden beach for me so far. Wonderful natural scenery with an adventurous footpath through rocky terrain. But it's worth the effort (Original) der für mich bisher versteckteste Strand. Wunderschöne Natukulisse mit abenteuerlichem Fußweg durch felsiges Terrain. Aber die Mühe lohnt sich

  • 5/5 Jai B. 3 years ago on Google
    A bit tricky to get down but beautiful when there

  • 5/5 Jeddi F. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful beach

  • 5/5 Christian Z. 3 years ago on Google
    The best

  • 4/5 Jessica W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice, small beach. (Original) Sehr schöner, kleiner Strand.

  • 5/5 Alissia W. 3 years ago on Google
    This is probably one of the most stunning places to visit on the coastal line. We couldn’t get enough of the unique view. The beach was relatively empty as most of the other tourists stayed at the top for the view. It’s a bit tricky to get down there though. Be sure to take a coverup as it’s quite windy.

  • 5/5 Caroline H. 3 years ago on Google
    My friend had a car so it was easy for us to access here,unsure what public transport would be like to arrive. You really need hiking shoes or runners to hike to beach, it took around 25 mins down hill and 30 back. If you are not used to hiking/ steep hills etc,it might be a challenge, especially with the heat combination. Its not a proper pathway & there's no barriers. Obviously it's absolutely stunning on the beach and totally worth it. The sea was rough really big waves so couldn't swim on the day. Remember to bring water as it's a secluded area.

  • 5/5 Elena B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very very wild, reachable with a dirt road on the right just before the Faro di Cabo da Roca and then with a fairly impervious path Too bad that even in August it is often invisible due to a particularly dense fog (Original) Molto molto selvaggia, raggiungibile con uno sterrato sulla destra poco prima del farò di Cabo da Roca e poi con un sentiero abbastanza impervio Peccato che anche in agosto è spesso invisibile a causa di una nebbia particolarmente fitta

  • 5/5 Emran H. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Francisco Forbes B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Amazing!!! But very difficult access !!! Especially the exit ... (Original) Espetacular!!! Mas de acesso muito difícil!!! Sobretudo a saída...

  • 4/5 Ana L. 3 years ago on Google
    Praia linda! Difícil acesso, muito difícil. Não aconselho levar muitas coisas, levar calçado próprio e não leve crianças por favor!

  • 5/5 Eirianna A. 3 years ago on Google
    atlantic ocean at its best!

  • 5/5 Ireneusz I. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place that you must visit while in the area. One of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen. Going down, contrary to some comments, is not difficult at all - it is only worth wearing shoes other than flip-flops. (Original) Miejsce, które koniecznie należy odwiedzić będąc w okolicy. Jedna z najpiękniejszych plaż jakie widziałem. Zejście, wbrew niektórym komentarzom, wcale nie jest trudne - warto jedynie ubrać buty inne niż klapki.

  • 5/5 João S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Today it was windy, the north wind was not ideal, but the view down to the beach is fantastic ... (Original) Hoje estava ventoso, vento norte não foi o ideal, mas a vista a descer para a praia é fantástica...

  • 5/5 Aron Mifsud B. 3 years ago on Google
    Hard to access but incredibly scenic. Worth the hike from Cabo do Roca.

  • 4/5 Brunna C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Beautiful, but get ready for the climbs (Original) Lindo, mas prepare-se para as escaladas

  • 5/5 José Manuel F. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A simply wonderful beach but not as unknown as that. A few years ago you could have been there almost alone, now despite the difficult accesses, there are already a lot of people. But it's always worth it. Try to go on the low tide. (Original) Uma praia simplesmente maravilhosa mas já não tão desconhecida como isso. Há uns anos podia-se estar lá quase sozinho, agora apesar dos difíceis acessos, já há muita gente. Mas vale sempre a pena. Procurar ir na maré vazia.

  • 5/5 Radu C. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful beach accessible via a 15min hiking trail.

  • 5/5 Oleksandra N. 3 years ago on Google
    Magic place! Definitely worth visiting 😍

  • 5/5 Rita C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Wonderful! (Original) Maravilhosa!

  • 4/5 Aliu S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The place is incredible, but to get to the beach it is a long walk from trails and I recommend going for tennis, accessing the beach is very difficult. (Original) O lugar é incrível só que para chegar na Praia é um loga caminha de trilhas e recomendo ir de tênis,aceso a praia é muito difícil.


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