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Praia da Poça - House Reef is a house reef dive in Lisbon Coast (Cascais)
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Praia da Poça - House Reef is a local house reef in Lisbon Coast (Cascais). It brings together just off the beach exit on a south-facing line, a small sand bank sits within a reef system that extends east, south, and west. the reef features cracks running north–south, perpendicular to the coastline. depths range from very shallow to moderate, making it a compact house-reef style area suitable for exploring reef structure and sandy patches. a shallow reef area with a sand bank and north–south cracks provides structure for a short reef dive. Shore access keeps the logistics direct and simple. It suits divers who want flexible repeat diving and straightforward logistics.
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Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
1.5m - 8m
Depth Note
Public descriptions report a maximum depth of 8 m; the shallow starting depth is not consistently published.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn is usually the most comfortable window.
Typical Conditions
Atlantic swell and surge can change quickly; visibility is often moderate and current can build on exposed days.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Keep a normal buoyancy and sea-state check before entry, and follow the local operator briefing.
Access Restrictions
Plan the local shore entry and exit carefully.
Legal Notes
Follow operator guidance and local marine-area rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A flexible house-reef dive that suits repeat visits, easy planning, and relaxed pacing.
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Directional shelter context for incoming swell.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
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Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Cascais operator FAQ with site-depth ranges and common logistics.
Portugal Dive Cascais listing page with multiple Cascais spots and short descriptors.
Cascais operator page with local diving context and site examples.
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