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Matosinhos. Three beaches reopen for swimming after contamination

On Tuesday, swimming was advised against at six beaches in Matosinhos. The Portuguese Environment Agency indicated that swimming is now allowed again at three of the affected beaches.

28 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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On Tuesday, the Portuguese Environment Agency advised against swimming at six beaches in Matosinhos due to contamination issues. Following new analyses, the agency announced that swimming is again permitted at three of those beaches.

The permitted locations for swimming have been reassessed, and authorities confirmed that the water quality at the three beaches is now suitable for bathing.

The beaches that are now authorized to welcome swimmers have been identified, allowing holiday-goers to enjoy the mild sea temperature.

The advisement against swimming was a response to safety concerns for users, reflecting the authorities' attention to the quality of bathing waters.

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