The SaltyWay House

The SaltyWay House is a beautiful house in Praia das Maças. Here you will find everything you need for a relaxing surfing or climbing holiday. The house has three floors, several bathrooms, kitchen and large living room with sofas and fireplace for cosy evenings in the house. The house has a huge garden with BBQ, pizza oven, outdoor kitchen and yoga sun platform. Internet, coffee and tea are free of charge. Look forward to a holiday among like-minded people in a cosy atmosphere.

The location of the surf camp – Praia das Maças

Our surf camp in Portugal is located in Praia das Maças, only three minutes walk from the beach. For surfing we go to the neighbouring Praia Grande.

The location of the house is ideal for a holiday in Portugal. Because just as fast as on the beach, you are in the centre of Praia das Maças. There are cosy bars and cafés, small shops, a supermarket and every morning a farmer’s market with fresh fish and vegetables of the region. Two minutes from our front door, a bus will take you to Sintra if you feel like sightseeing. The neighbouring Praia Grande is only a 15 minute walk away.

Our tip: Praia das Maças is also famous for its 18th century red tram which takes you through a picturesque landscape to the historically and culturally famous city of Sintra (about 45 minutes).

The rooms at SaltyWay Surfcamp in Portugal

Single travellers and couples as well as friends and families are very welcome in Portugal. We have the right room for every guest: You can choose between a 6 person dorm with bunk beds or a double room (partly with a third single bed). So you can sleep there with the three of you.

So couples and friends can enjoy enough privacy. All rooms are bright and friendly. The house has two bathrooms plus two WCs for shared use. Towels and bed linen are provided.

If required we can arrange a family room or you can choose a private chalet as accommodation. The chalets are only five minutes drive from the surf camp and are located in a dream garden with tree house, swimming pool and BBQ. These are ideal for families or couples. The chalets can be booked from Saturday to Saturday from two persons. In this case you should definitely arrive by rental car.

In summary, we offer the following accommodations:

• 6er Dorm
• Double room
• Room with 1 double bed and 1 single bed

Garden at SaltyWay Surfcamp in Portugal

At our surf camp in Portugal you will find a paradise garden over three levels. Here you will find everything you need for a perfect surf holiday: chill out area, two BBQs, pizza oven and a yoga platform. The garden is the perfect place for barbecuing, sunset beer, sunbathing, afternoon yoga or lazing around with a book in your hand.

Self-catering in SaltyWay Surfcamp Portugal

It is well known that common interests weld together. In the SaltyWay Surfcamp in Portugal nature lovers like surfers and climbers meet and experience a nice holiday together. An essential part of your active holiday is being together in a group. We believe that life together forms a strong bond – not only during, but also after the time at SaltyWay. That is why we encourage our guests to shop and cook together. We provide you with a kitchen and a living area. In fact, we definitely had the best evenings in recent years when we cooked and ate together and then shared stories about the adventures of the day over a few glasses of wine.

The Vibe at SaltyWay Surfcamp in Portugal

The atmosphere at our surf camp is relaxed and familiar.
All our guests have one thing in common: a love of nature, surfing or climbing and the desire to have a wonderful holiday. The people you meet here at the surf camp love nature and adventure, they enjoy outdoor life, sunsets and travelling. They are here in Portugal to learn or improve surfing or climbing. These similarities are the ideal prerequisite for shared experiences and lasting impressions. So look forward to a relaxed vibe at SaltyWay Surfcamp in Portugal.

On an exploration tour during your holiday in Portugal

During your holiday week you can explore the area on your own. There are many beautiful sights, dreamy villages and beautiful nature. You can take walks or hikes on the cliffs or in the mountains.

The beautiful landscape offers a wonderful backdrop. We can also provide you with one of our bicycles. There is a bus service to Sintra right outside our front door. There you will find several castles/world heritage sites, an art museum and numerous shops and cafés.

The surroundings of SaltyWay Climbing & Surfing Camp in Portugal

Praia das Maças

The SaltyWay Surfcamp is located in Praia das Maças, a small and fine village. Here you will find everything you need. You can walk in the hinterland through pine forests or enjoy the sunset on the beach.

Azenhas do Mar

After Azenhas is a real Portuguese beach village. The picturesque village is only a walk away from our SaltWay surf camp. You walk along a breathtakingly beautiful path right along the coast. In Azenhas do Mar you will find natural swimming pools and the best ice in the area.

Praia Grande

The golden sandy beach, the crystal clear water, the high cliffs and the night silence at the Praia Grande will blow you away. Here you can do not only great surfing but also beautiful hikes on the cliffs. On the beach there are many cosy bars and restaurants.

Almoçageme

Almoçageme is a picturesque farmer and fishing village. Here you can get the best chocolate cake in the region and buy regional organic products at affordable prices at the weekly market. Only a short walk from the centre you will find Praia d’Adraga.
England’s Sunday Times counts this beach as one of the 20 best beaches in Europe. In this idyllic rugged bay you’ll find an excellent fish restaurant. Tip from us: Try the fish soup.

Sintra

Sintra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fairytale city is known for its romantic 19th century architecture. Sintra has long been a refuge for the nobility and elite of Portugal. Today, the mountainous and wooded terrain is home to magnificent palaces, extravagant villas and beautiful ornamental gardens. This charming city is only a short drive from our climbing and surfing camp in Portugal and is the ideal place for culture lovers. Our insider tip: Take a camera because the view is breathtaking. Also a few coins for a ‘queijada’, a delicious cake – a Sintra speciality.

Lisbon

Here the sun shines about 239 days a year. This makes Lisbon the sunniest capital of Europe. You can enjoy the Mediterranean climate, the unique light, sweet pastries, the typical white cobblestones, fado music, the café culture and the famous yellow trams. Lisbon stretches over seven hills and is known for its strategically built vantage points (Miradouros). They offer breathtaking views of the city’s pastel-coloured buildings, the iconic “Suspension Bridge of 25 April” and the River Tagus.

Arrival at SaltyWay Surfcamp

Ideally, you should take a plane to Lisbon. From here, the way to our surf camp is very easy.

Arrival from the airport

You have two ways to get to us. Either via Rossio train station or Oriente train station.