Cova do Vapor is the where the Tejo river meets the Atlantic, it is a beautiful spot with a view on the Farol do Bugio.
You can launch and ride in Cova do Vapor or on Praia de São João whichever is your preference. Often times there are fisherman in Cova do Vapor and the waves are messy so it is nicer to ride on Praia de São João.
You can either access via the village of Trafaria (free) or you can enter via Praia de São João but you will have an entrance fee.
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Cova do Vapor and Praia de São João works all year and the water temperature is cold: a full body wetsuit is recommended.
Best wind conditions are West and North West winds.
Usually the wind lifts really well and can be strong when the day ends.
There are no kiteschools.
Access to the beach is easy from the parking location. You will need to walk a bit though, regardless whether you start on the Cova do Vapor side or the Praia de São João side.
There are no showers available.
There are no lifeguards so do know you basic safety and prefer going out in groups rather than on your own.