Praia do Lombo Gordo is a picturesque beach located in Nordeste, São Jorge, Açores, Portugal. It is part of a scenic hiking route that features several attractions including panoramic views, a religious site, and a traditional hut known as Hospedaria São Jorge- Nordeste. The beach is also noted for its distinctive black sand and is often not crowded, providing a serene and peaceful environment for visitors.
The natural characteristics of Praia do Lombo Gordo can fluctuate, with periods where the beach is sandy and others where it is rocky. Despite these variations, the beach's beauty and tranquility remain constant, making it a worthwhile destination.
The road to Praia do Lombo Gordo is steep and narrow, but it is asphalted and wide enough at most corners to allow two cars to pass each other. Visitors are advised to drive slowly and in the first gear due to the steepness of the road. After reaching the parking area, known as Parque Praia Lombo Gordo, beach-goers must descend approximately 100 stairs to reach the beach itself.
Praia do Lombo Gordo is equipped with amenities such as toilets and locker rooms. However, these facilities may not always be open or in optimal condition due to occasional rock falls. Despite these potential challenges, many visitors find the journey to Praia do Lombo Gordo rewarding for the unique beach experience it offers.
Praia do Lombo Gordo amenities include parking and toilet.
Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its unique black sand and often deserted atmosphere being particularly appreciated. The challenging access, involving a steep, narrow drive and a significant number of stairs, is seen as worth the effort for the reward of the beach itself. However, visitors complain about the potential danger of rock falls and the occasional closure of facilities such as toilets.
If you're planning a trip to Praia do Lombo Gordo, consider staying in the town of Nordeste, which offers charming accommodations and easy access to the beach and other attractions in the area. Most visitors include the beach as part of a broader itinerary exploring the scenic hiking routes and cultural sites of São Jorge in the Azores.
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Latitude: 37.7873591 / Longitude: -25.1426011
Praia do Lombo Gordo is located in Azores. The following map of Praia do Lombo Gordo shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 11.4°C/17.1°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 16.4°C |
| Sea Temperature | 16.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.9 m |
| Rain Chance | 88% |
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| Rainfall | 0.4 mm |
| Rain Duration | 3 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:53/20:24 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 4.1 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.4 |
| Cloud Cover | 91% |
| Speed | 14.1 km/h |
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| Gusts | 47.5 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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