São Julião

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Everything you need to know about this surf spot

Praia de São Julião is a reliable beach break located 5 km south of Ericeira. This long stretch of beach offers multiple peaks with both lefts and rights. It picks up a lot of swell, so even on the smallest days there is most likely something to surf. On the bigger days and with the right tide and swell direction, you can get nice barrels here. But as São Julião is easily maxed out and also wind sensitive, you need to know when to go to get the best out of it. 

Normally the best time to surf is below mid tide, but this can change easily when the sand banks move. On the smaller days São Julião is beginner friendly and then you’ll also find multiple surf schools here. On the bigger days, the rips are heavy and dangerous. The main peak at the parking might be crowded, but as you walk along the beach towards Praia da Vigia you can have waves for yourself. But watch out for the rocks if you surf more towards the middle or south side of the beach!

A great wave at the surf spot São Julião

FACILITIES

São Julião

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Surf level
Beginner
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Bottom
Sand, Sand with rocks
Direction of wave
Left and right
CONSISTENCY
4/5
best Wind Direction
East, Southeast
Best swell direction
West, Northwest
Swell size
Up to 2 meter
LOCALISM
3/5
Best Tide
Low
Mid
High

Length of Wave
Max 150 meter
Best season
April – September
CROWD FACTOR
4/5

Location

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São Julião

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