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World Surfing Reserve
Per una surf experience da sogno, molti vanno in Costarica o alle Hawaii. Ma il Portogallo vanta alcuni dei migliori posti per fare surf in Europa, con graziosi paesini sul mare che fanno da base per spostarsi. A solo un’ora di macchina a nord di Lisbona, Ericeira ospita la seconda <anchor>World Surfing Reserve</anchor>, il che significa che le onde sono sempre magnifiche, ed è un luogo adatto sia per i principianti che per surfisti esperti (anche professionisti), che si estende per quasi 8 km di costa. Anche negli hotel più eleganti della zona, come il nuovo Aethos e il tranquillo Immerso, dal design all’avanguardia, gli ospiti poggianole tavole da surf al momento del check-in; e i bar sulla spiaggia, come il Ribeira d’Ilhas Surf Restaurant, sono posizionati per ammirare i surfisti in acqua. Più vicino a Lisbona, troverete onde a Cascais oppure, guidate lungo la costa fino a Nazaré per vedere gli esperti cavalcare le “100-foot-wave”, onde di 30 metri, le più alte del mondo. - M.S.
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# ERICEIRA

#### Portugal

## OVERVIEW

The Ericeira World Surfing Reserve is a world-class surf zone encompassing approximately 8 km of coastline. It contains a high density of outstanding surf breaks, including iconic breaks such as Ribeira d’Ilhas and Coxos, among others.

“It is a homage to all local fishermen that over the centuries have respected and praised this beautiful ocean. It is also an assumption of the responsibility for its preservation, making sure that this valuable universal heritage will continue to be enjoyed in its entirety by future generations, just as it was for the pioneers of surf in Portugal, who were awed by its discovery.”

- Approved February 2011
- Dedicated October 2011
- 8 KM of Coastline
- 2nd World Surfing Reserve

## Why ERICEIRA?

The character of the Ericeira coastline is defined by rocky cliffs punctuated with beautiful little bays and secluded beaches. The ancient population of Ericeira was inhabited by an ethnic group called ‘Jagoz’, different from the neighboring villages because this group lived almost exclusively from the sea. Ericeira was visited by members of the royal family, monarchist and republican aristocrats, that built their vacation homes, and were regarded as the first sunbathers of this village.

Since surfings arrival in the mid-1970s, Ericeira has become the focal point for Portuguese surfing. The number of surfing-related businesses that have sprouted up in the area continues to grow and Ericeira has already placed one of its own on the ASP World Tour in professional surfer Tiago Pires.

The diversity of waves in the area, along with their various degrees of difficulty, offer consistent opportunities for all levels of surfers, from beginners to professionals. Ericeira is also home to numerous surf schools, in addition to regional and international surf competitions. Ribeira d’Ilhas currently hosts the Quiksilver Pro Portugal each year, an ASP men’s prime professional contest.

A vibrant marine ecosystem, an established yet burgeoning surf culture, and a community centered around ocean pursuit and enjoyment are the perfect setting for successful management of coastal resources.  The Ericeira World Surfing Reserve Local Stewardship Council seeks to maintain and guarantee the healthy marine abundance of local waters and foster the continued responsible enjoyment of local coastlines for all users.

## Attributes of a World Surfing Reserve

Wave Quality & Consistency

Surf Culture & History

Environmental Charactertics

Wave Quality & Consistency

Ericeira is a world-class surf zone that has a variety of waves ranging from beachbreak to powerful reef breaks. Some of the notable breaks in this area include iconic spots such as Ribeira d’Ilhas and Coxos, among others. Its best surf season is from Fall-Spring (October-May).

Surf Culture & History

The ancient population of Ericeira was inhabited by an ethnic group called ‘Jagoz’, different from the neighboring villages because this group lived almost exclusively from the sea. Similary, the community of surfers at the core of this Reserve have been here for years, quietly living off the quality and variety of surf offered up on a regular basis.  Ericeira has been a destination for years and today is now home to numerous surf schools and other surf-related businesses, in addition to regional and international surf competitions. Ribeira d’Ilhas currently hosts the Quiksilver Pro Portugal each year, an ASP men’s prime professional contest.

Environmental Charactertics

The coastline is dominated by rocky cliffs and punctuated by beaches located in small bays. The waters of the Ericeira coastline are some of the richest in biodiversity in the world. Upwelling mixes a tremendous amount of rich nutrients on a regular basis. Portugal has around one thousand marine species and commercially fishes sardine, tuna and Atlantic mackerel.

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###### RESOURCES

### Local Stewardship COuncil

Ambassadors: Tiago Pires

Jorge Cardoso

Miguel Dray

Luis Reis

Miguel Fortes

Álvaro Botelho

José Gregório

Nick Uricchio

##### WORLD SURFING RESERVE BOOKLET



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### Win for Ericeira World Surfing Reserve: 15 hectares preserved for restoration and permanent protection

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Years in the making, the Portuguese WSR makes a commitment to coastal restoration and water quality management.



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### Ericeira Rides to World Surfing Reserve Fame

March 30, 2015
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October 14, 2011 – Ericeira, Portugal was officially dedicated on Friday as a World Surfing Reserve, and becomes the second WSR overall and the first in Europe. In a rousing day of events including a sunrise paddle out and a special fisherman blessing at world-famous Ribeira d’Ilhas, Ericeira, Portugal was dedicated as the second World



### Portugal’s President Catches Wave of WSR

October 30, 2011
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October 6, 2011 –President Aníbal Cavaco Silva of Portugal released a statement endorsing the Ericeira World Surfing Reserve, which will be officially dedicated as the first World Surfing Reserve on the European continent on October 14th, 2011.He acknowledged the significance of preserving the surfing coastline for not only the thousands of Portuguese surfers, but also

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