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Praia Brava Photo: Núbia de Rodrigues Araújo · CC BY-SA 3.0

Beach

Praia Brava

A beach of clear water and waves between hills, with buildings facing the sea.

Updated on October 7, 2026 ✓ Information checked on October 6, 2026

Type
Beach
Area
North of the island
Free access
Yes
Requires a hike or walk
No

Praia Brava is in the north of the island, between hills. It is about 1.5 km long, with fine sand and clean water, and waves that draw surfers and bodyboarders, according to Wikipedia. In high season it attracts a young crowd and events.

What the beach is like

  • Waves: as its name (“wild beach”) suggests, the sea is usually rougher than at the North Bay beaches.
  • Scenery: green hills at each end and rocky headlands.
  • Facilities: condominiums, houses and bars close to the sand.

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Brava is close to Ingleses and Canasvieiras. See the north island beaches.

Practical tips

  • Good for surfing and bodyboarding.
  • Stay near the lifeguards.
  • The headlands look beautiful in the late afternoon.
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