The world has a great many top-tier beaches, but Portugal easily sweeps the competition. With over 1,000 miles of shoreline its beaches aren’t just great go-tos for swimming, surfing or sunbathing.

European Best Destinations has unveiled the best 'hidden' beaches in Europe, for adventure, partying, relaxation or family-friendly retreats.

Since it's the westernmost beach in continental Europe, some travelers come to Praia da Ursa just for the bragging rights, but it also happens to be one of Portugal's most beautiful beaches.

From tourist hotspots in the Algarve to hidden gems in Alentejo, scroll on for the best beaches in Portugal. One of the most visited and talked about places in the Algarve, Lagos attracts tourists ...

visiting Portugal's northwest coast is a great way to pass the time. In Foz do Douro, located east of the city center along Avenida do Brasil, you'll find a handful of small beaches, like Praia do ...

From the famed beaches of the Algarve to the sun-soaked islands of the Azores, Portugal is home to an array of breathtaking shorelines just waiting to be explored. But with so many stunning ...