Peniche

The terrain of Peniche ranges from low sandy beaches on the peninsula’s southern edge to limestone cliffs at Cabo Carvoeiro in the west, giving the town a distinctly Atlantic character. Fishing remains central to its working harbour, while the beach at Supertubos is internationally known for powerful surf. Offshore, the Berlengas archipelago forms a protected marine reserve; its main island, Berlenga Grande, is marked by the 17th-century Fort of São João Baptista. On land, the 16th-century Fortaleza de Peniche later served as a political prison under the Estado Novo dictatorship. Explore further webcams around Peniche to discover how this Atlantic section of western Portugal connects with the wider Oeste coast.

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