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Praia Formosa

Azores, Portugal · black sand beach · clear water

Updated Apr 2026

Family-friendly

The Beach

Our Take

Praia Formosa - Santa Maria island, warm waters, unique

Beach Details

Beach Type

black sand

Water Clarity

clear

Crowd Level

low

Activities

Santa Maria island warm waters unique

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