Portugal Vale Furado Beach
Vale Furado Beach, situated among cliffs on the west coast of Portugal, in the Alcobaça municipality and just north of Nazaré, stands out as one of the region's most beautiful beaches. It boasts an impressive stretch of sand that features approximately 1.5 km. This coastal area, where nature and the sea meet in perfect harmony, offers a wealth of attractions. From the stunning Osso da Baleia Beach further north to the charming Salir do Porto to the south, visitors will find a variety of experiences to enjoy along the Silver Coast.
Photography Tips
• Vale Furado #28 (2011), Portugal
• Olympus E3, 12-60/2.8 • Iso 100 • 12mm • f/8 • 1/200sec
Using a wide-angle lens allows you to capture the full scale of the coastal landscape and enhance the sense of depth between the cliffs, the beach, and the ocean. A mid-range aperture provides good depth of field and excellent sharpness throughout the scene. Beyond panoramic views, consider including foreground elements such as the graphic patterns of sea foam to create leading lines that guide the eye through the composition.
The soft light of sunrise or sunset enhances the textures of the cliffs and adds depth and atmosphere to the photograph. In this monochrome rendering, a relatively fast shutter speed of 1/200sec was chosen to freeze the dynamic shapes of the foam on the wet sand, capturing the crisp contrast and movement of the Atlantic tide before it recedes.
• Olympus E3, 12-60/2.8 • Iso 100 • 12mm • f/8 • 1/200sec
Using a wide-angle lens allows you to capture the full scale of the coastal landscape and enhance the sense of depth between the cliffs, the beach, and the ocean. A mid-range aperture provides good depth of field and excellent sharpness throughout the scene. Beyond panoramic views, consider including foreground elements such as the graphic patterns of sea foam to create leading lines that guide the eye through the composition.
The soft light of sunrise or sunset enhances the textures of the cliffs and adds depth and atmosphere to the photograph. In this monochrome rendering, a relatively fast shutter speed of 1/200sec was chosen to freeze the dynamic shapes of the foam on the wet sand, capturing the crisp contrast and movement of the Atlantic tide before it recedes.
Travel Information
Approximate coordinates identified by the photographer:
39.68336, -9.05841
Vale Furado Beach is accessed via a paved road from the EN242. Free parking is available near the cliff top, only a short distance from the main viewpoints. From the parking area, visitors can reach the viewpoints within 2 to 5 minutes on foot along an easy route. Access to the beach itself requires using a steep path and staircase, which may require extra care, especially after wet weather. The location is accessible throughout the year and offers outstanding views of the Atlantic coastline. No dedicated motorhome facilities are available at the site.
39.68336, -9.05841
Vale Furado Beach is accessed via a paved road from the EN242. Free parking is available near the cliff top, only a short distance from the main viewpoints. From the parking area, visitors can reach the viewpoints within 2 to 5 minutes on foot along an easy route. Access to the beach itself requires using a steep path and staircase, which may require extra care, especially after wet weather. The location is accessible throughout the year and offers outstanding views of the Atlantic coastline. No dedicated motorhome facilities are available at the site.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Winter
Sunrise & Sunset
06:09 - 20:59
| current local time: 11:13
Photo Themes
Coastline
leading lines
Monochrome
Ocean Cliff
Seascape
Water
Locations
Atlantic Ocean
Vale Furado
Silver Coast
Alcobaça
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