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Peniche

Peniche (pron. ) is a seaside municipality in Portugal, with approximately 28,164 inhabitants.

The present mayor is António Correia Santos, elected by the Unitarian Democratic Coalition.

It is composed of 6 parishes.

Parishes

Ajuda (Peniche)

Atouguia da Baleia

Conceição (Peniche)

Ferrel

São Pedro

Serra d'El-Rei

General info

The Berlengas islands are part of the municipality, off the coast of Peniche. They are one of the world's first protected areas, the Berlengas nature reserve. During summer, the islands can be visited taking a ferryboat from Peniche.

Peniche is known for its long windy beaches, sought for recreational activities and sports as surf, windsurf or kite surf.Peniche have very good waves.Supertubos is the most popular wave in the region, with very fast and powerful(tubular) waves, one of the best in europe,some call it the "European Pipeline".
Peniche, with its typical harbour, its white windmills and chapels and large sand beaches has inspired notorious painter artists as Maurice Boitel.

Gallery

Image:Peniche nau dos corvos.jpg|Nau dos Corvos, a rock formation that is one of Peniche's landmarks

External links

Municipality official website

Photos from Peniche

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Hotels in Peniche

	Casa De Campo São Rafael	Score 8.9 from 89 reviews
	Estrada Nacional Nº 8
	Every room at Casa de Campo Sao Rafael has been carefully and tastefully decorated to create a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere. Also, the decoration used is strongly influenced by the portuguese tradition, so guests can feel they are part of the place. ... more

	Hospedaria Pinhalmar	Score 8.2 from 113 reviews
	Estrada Marginal Sul
	The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Particularly popular is the quality fresh fish. There is also a sea-view bar and cafeteria service. ... more

	Casa Do Relogio	Score 7.5 from 38 reviews
	Rua Da Graça - Óbidos
	Casa do Relógio is located in a great holiday region. Soak up the sun on one of the nearby beaches or visit Berlenga Island. Once you have completed a course at the sailing school, you can explore Óbidos Lagoon by sailing boat. D'el Rey Country Club awaits guests looking to play a round of golf. ... more

	Hotel Santa Cruz	Score 7.6 from 62 reviews
	Rua José Pedro Lopes
	Located in the heart of Santa Cruz, close to beautiful sandy beaches, the Hotel Santa Cruz was fully renovated during the year 2004, and welcomes you with a pleasant familly service that will follow you beyond your room. Hotel Santa Cruz welcomes you with 1 apartment, 4 Suites and 41 rooms all very well equipped . ... more

	Promar Porto Novo Hotelaria Lda	Score 6.875 from 144 reviews
	Vimeiro Porto Novo
	The hotel is open all year. All rooms offer sea view. ... more
















			More hotels in Peniche

Full Day Cultural Seville City Tour

12 hours

Take a day out to discover this historic city founded by the Romans on the banks of the Guadalquivir River.

Guided visit of the magnificent Cathedral (entrance fee not included) dating from the 15th century, the Tower of Gold and Bairro de Santa Cruz, originally the Jewish Quarter of Seville.

You will have free time for shopping and lunch in the city center.

Important Note:
Please remember to take your passport as you will be crossing the Portuguese Border into Spain.

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Private Estoril Coast and Cascais Evening Tour

2.5 hours

This tour offers you an evening perspective of Estoril Coast, along the seaside road toward Cascais, driving by Estoril's Casino and its illuminated gardens.

In Cascais, enjoy a walk on its lovely bay, discovering the nightlife of its center. It's a simple yet, magical walk! If you go to Cascais at night, you will no doubt want to stay there forever!

This tour is operated in a luxury vehicle as you tour the majestic sites of Portugal.

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Western Island Tour - Porto Moniz

8 hours

At Encumeada summit (1,007 meters) both sides of the island (north and south) can be seen at the same time (weather permitting). Enjoy a stop for lunch, before continuing to Porto Moniz where you can discover one of the most beautiful points of the north coast - a road built on the rocks by the sea where you can admire the astonishing waterfalls.

Porto Moniz on the northwest coast, is a village well known for its volcanic swimming pools, and Paul da Serra is the only plateau on the island at 1,400 meters high. On the way back to Funchal, you will visit Ponta do Sol.

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