Sagres, Algarve, Portugal

Praia da Salema

Located in Sagres, Portugal, Praia da Salema offers a family-friendly atmosphere, welcoming children to enjoy their summer days. This beach is also easily accessible to those with physical disabilities and boasts a lifeguard service during the summer months. As a recipient of the Blue Flag, Praia da Salema maintains clean and safe conditions for its visitors.

Salema village, known its history as a fishing village, still sees local fishermen bringing in their daily catch. Additionally, visitors can take advantage of the clean facilities such as showers, toilets, and comfortable loungers, while a spacious parking lot is available for their convenience.

Find accommodation options near Praia da Salema and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere of this charming beach village.

The numerous restaurants and bars in the area also provide options for a break from the sun.

What to do at Praia da Salema?

Amenities

Praia da Salema amenities include parking, toilet, shower and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Praia da Salema include Bar Aventura, Atlântico, A Bóia, Atabua bar and Em Lume Brando.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Praia da Salema include Olhos n'Água, Restaurante O Lourenço, Spice Cottage Salema, A Bóia and Água Na Boca.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful and clean beach with easy parking, toilets and plenty of options for food and shopping. Some visitors mention rocky areas and issues with the tide.

Where to Stay near Praia da Salema?

Visitors to Praia da Salema often choose to stay in the picturesque village of Salema itself, which offers charming accommodations within walking distance of the beach. Additionally, some visitors opt to stay in nearby towns like Sagres or Lagos, where they can enjoy more extensive amenities and explore the surrounding Algarve region.

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

Where is Praia da Salema?

Latitude: 37.06568221 / Longitude: -8.82249892

Praia da Salema is located in Sagres. The following map of Praia da Salema shows the exact location.


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Praia da Salema: Weather Today

📅 Sunday, September 6, 2026
Today offers a beautiful, sun-drenched day at the beach that is ideal for relaxing on the sand rather than taking a dip in the water. With clear skies and plenty of sunshine, you can enjoy a perfect afternoon lounging, though be mindful that the sun is quite strong with a UV Index of 7.1. Expect some breezy conditions throughout the day, which will create slightly choppy water with rolling waves, making it less than perfect for a calm swim. Furthermore, since the sea temperature is 19.1 °C, it remains quite crisp and refreshing. With a maximum air temperature of 29.4 °C, it is a fantastic day to soak up the warmth, enjoy a good book, and take in the coastal scenery, provided you stay protected from the midday sun.
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Air

Low / High20.7°C/29.4°C
Feels Like (High)33.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.1 °C
Wave Height1.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:10/19:56
Sunshine Hours12.6 hrs
UV Index7.1
Cloud Cover5%
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Wind

Speed22 km/h
Gusts38.2 km/h
DirectionNW

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