Comporta is surrounded by rice fields, the ocean, sand dunes and pine forests. It is a unique place, where we connect with nature, where we enjoy the present moment.
This wild landmark has long been kept secret by the regulars of this special region. And if spending a holiday here becomes more and more “trendy”, it should not be mistaken, Comporta is not the new Ibiza. There are no waves of tourists or nightclubs. What you find there is the authenticity and the sweetness of life of Portugal.
Comporta is 1h15 from Lisbon. It is therefore quite possible to come to this region for a few days
during a holiday in Portugal. Away from the hustle and bustle of Lisbon, you'll find a cosmopolitan mix
of surf spots, authentic beach huts, cork pine forests, generous tables and trendy shops in Comporta.
The perfect place to relax and enjoy the delights of Portugal.
Renting a car is essential to reach this destination. Everything starts here, during the crossing. You
can feel the pine forests and the Atlantic breeze on the bridge, it's already a holiday. Once in
Grândola, there is only 15 minutes of road left to reach Comporta and its huge beach of more than 10
kilometers, lined with dunes.
The charm of Comporta lies in its large rice fields streaked with multiple irrigation channels. They are
the largest rice fields in Portugal. They extend to the dunes bordering the long beaches of the coast.
One does not tire then to contemplate the beauty of these places.
One cannot stay in this region without going through the Rice Museum. Located at the entrance to the
village of Comporta, this cultural space is dedicated to local rice growing and, more broadly, to the
traditions associated with it.
Today, rice fields are protected, as are the flora and fauna they support. Walking in the middle of
these unusual fields is one of the many pleasures of this destination. On foot, on horseback, by bike or
even by paddle, you have to get lost in the middle of the rice shoots to discover the many birds that
hide there and that you don't find anywhere else.
Indeed, bird watching is a real hobby in Comporta. These lands are part of the Sado Estuary Nature
Reserve and are home to over 200 different bird species, which is unique in Portugal.
Comporta offers an ideal setting to take care of yourself, your body and your mind. It is a particularly well-suited destination for a family trip. Many sports or more spiritual activities are available, even for the youngest: equestrian courses and walks, surfing, cycling, tennis, golf, etc. To relax and empty yourself, you can follow a yoga session in the rice fields, go to the spa of Quinta Comporta or cross the rice paddies in paddle.
