Praia da Laje do Costado, Portugal - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

Praia da Laje do Costado is a natural beach with a varying landscape that ranges from sandy to rocky. The beach is known for its beautiful views, particularly during low tide.

Despite its beauty, the beach is not easily accessible, requiring a long walk to reach it. However, those who have made the journey have found it to be worth the effort.

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Visitor Reviews Where to Stay near Praia da Laje do Costado? Where is Praia da Laje do Costado? Praia da Laje do Costado: Weather Today Beaches near Praia da Laje do Costado

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty and tranquility of the beach, with many appreciating its secluded location and stunning views, particularly during low tide. The difficulty in accessing the beach is seen as a worthwhile trade-off for its serenity. However, there are complaints about littering, which some visitors find off-putting.

Where to Stay near Praia da Laje do Costado?

Visitors to Praia da Laje do Costado often stay in the city of Coimbra, which is known for its historic university and vibrant cultural scene, as they include the beach as part of a broader itinerary. Due to its remote location, there are no accommodations within walking distance of the beach, making Coimbra a convenient base for exploring the area.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Praia da Laje do Costado?

Latitude: 40.186082 / Longitude: -8.908576

Praia da Laje do Costado is located in Coimbra. The following map of Praia da Laje do Costado shows the exact location.

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Praia da Laje do Costado: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Summary
Full Forecast

Today might not be ideal for a relaxing beach day at Praia da Laje do Costado. The maximum air temperature will reach 13.7 °C. Expect mostly cloudy skies. The wind might be strong at times, with even stronger gusts. The sea temperature is 13.8 °C, and the waves are very high. With a UV index of 5, sun protection isn't a major concern.

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Air

Low / High	10.5°C/13.7°C
Feels Like (High)	10.8°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	13.8 °C
Wave Height	3.6 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	48%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	06:54/18:36
Sunshine Hours	7.2 hrs
UV Index	5.05
Cloud Cover	87%

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Wind

Speed	21.3 km/h
Gusts	42.1 km/h
Direction	N