Praia do Brito

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Leash required

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Year-round (see details below)

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Parking available

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Bring water

Praia do Brito made history in 2022 as the first officially designated pet-friendly beach in the Greater Porto area, located in the parish of Sao Felix da Marinha in Vila Nova de Gaia. What sets this beach apart from other dog-friendly spots in...

Hours & Seasons

Year-round, dogs allowed all year on leash. Officially pet-friendly since 2022. First designated dog beach in the Greater Porto area.

Beach Rules

●Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times — no off-leash zone.
●Dogs must have a microchip and be legally registered; carry your DIAC or pet passport.
●Owners must clean up after their dogs — bring your own bags.
●Potentially dangerous breeds must wear a muzzle and be on a leash no longer than 1 metre.
●Dogs must carry valid identification documentation at all times.

Local Tips

🐾The dog agility obstacles make this beach unique — let your dog try them out for some extra fun.
🐾Bring your own water and waste bags as the beach has no dedicated pet infrastructure beyond the obstacles.
🐾The Ribeira do Juncal river mouth creates interesting terrain for dogs who enjoy both sand and shallow water.
🐾Easily accessible from Porto — about 20 minutes south via the A1 motorway.
🐾The wooden walkways across the dunes are the main access route to the beach.

Nearby Attractions

Vila Nova de Gaia port wine cellars (15 km north along the Douro)Sao Felix da Marinha village (1 km)Granja beach and promenade (3 km north)Espinho town and beach (5 km south)