Porto Martins beach
Porto Martins is a small beach located in the east of Terceira island, on the embankment of the village of the same name. The swimming area is a winding artificial bay (created using breakwaters), so swimming in the ocean here is absolutely safe and comfortable even for small children.
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Beach description
When you are on the beach there is the opportunity to go into the water through sandy shallow water or take advantage of the descents from the breakwaters equipped at a depth. The first option is ideal for kids or those who can not swim, the second - for experienced swimmers and divers. You can sunbathe in Porto Martins on a small sandy area or on concrete platforms.
The water on this stretch of the coast warms up very well, as the shallow water is quite large. There are toilets and showers on the beach, and parking is available nearby.
When is it better to go
The beach season in Portugal lasts from the beginning of June until September, when the air temperature reaches +30°C and the water temperature - +19°C. It should be remembered that the Atlantic Ocean does not warm up well and cools quickly, lovers of a more comfortable temperature can swim in natural stone pools, which are quite numerous on the coast.