ERICEIRA
INDUSTRY
Surfing is one of the pillars of Ericeira 's economy. Beyond attracting thousands of visitors, the sector has given rise to a solid industry comprised of surfboard manufacturers, large specialized shops, licensed schools, international brands, and events of national and international scale. This network of companies and professionals has made the town one of the most important centers of the surf industry in Europe, where artisanal tradition and technological innovation coexist to sustain a local economy strongly linked to the sea.
SURF CAMPS AND SCHOOLS
Ericeira today has one of the highest concentrations of licensed surf schools and camps in Europe, reflecting the central role of surfing in its economy. The number of schools has grown impressively in the last decade, from 12 in 2012 to 44 in 2025, an increase that demonstrates the importance of this sector in local development.
More than four dozen businesses are currently dedicated to teaching and providing surfing experiences, employing hundreds of people, including surf instructors, logistics, accommodation and other support services.
This sector has grown exponentially since the recognition of the World Surfing Reserve in 2011, transforming the village into a prime destination for those looking to learn to surf or combine holidays with sports. For many visitors, their first experience in Ericeira is precisely at a surf camp or school, which serve as a gateway to the local culture.
In this way, surf camps and schools, in addition to being a tourist service, constitute one of the biggest pillars of the surf industry in Ericeira , generating employment, attracting visitors from all over the world and reinforcing the image of the town as a global destination for learning and progressing in surfing.
PRODUCTION AND SHAPERS
Ericeira 's tradition isn't just lived in the water; it's also shaped in the local factories and workshops. Since the 1980s, the village has become a European center for surfboard production, where artisans and innovative brands have created a unique ecosystem of quality and creativity that supplies local and international surfers.
Key features include:
Gramanha Shapes – Gramanha
Kauai SurfBoards – Rodrigo Neves
Semente SurfBoards – Nick Uricchio
Jobsite SurfBoards – Luis Vicente
WAVEGLIDERS – Nico
TOP DOG SURFBOARDS
MICA SURFBOARDS – Mica Lourenço
BUSCH SURFBOARDS – Kevin Labuschagne
SURF SHOPS
Ericeira has established itself as one of the largest centers for surf-related commerce in Europe. In addition to small local shops, the town is home to some of the continent's largest surf shops, with landmark locations that attract visitors from all over the world. These points of sale are not just places to buy, but also centers of surf culture, where you can find surfboards, accessories, fashion, lifestyle products, and events related to this community.
Key features include:
Quiksilver Boardriders Ericeira;
58 Surf;
Oslo;
Lightning Bolt;
Magic Quiver;
Billabong;
Ericeira Surf and Skate
