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BeachesPraia de Cabanas-MarOn the eastern limit of the Ria Formosa Natural Park is the small settlement of Cabanas, founded by fishermen who came from across Portugal to settle here at the beginning of the 20th century in order to go tuna fishing. The ferry service leaves (...)
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BeachesPraia da MemóriaPreviously known as Arenosa or Ladrões Beach, this area of sand became known as Memória Beach following the erection of a commemorative obelisk on the spot where liberal troops led by Pedro 4th (1st Emperor of Brazil) disembarked in 1832 in order to (...)
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BeachesPraia do Vale do Olival - AlporchinhosSituated at the western end of Armação de Pera Beach, Vale do Olival Beach nestles between some rock formations carved out by erosion. The cliff that surrounds it has a trail that offers magnificent views of the sea and connects with the nearby (...)
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BeachesZona Balnear da LagoaComprising a complex of natural pools, the Lagoa Bathing Area is the ideal place to enjoy the cool sea in peace and safety. This very popular bathing area is one of the busiest places in the municipality of Lagoa.
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BeachesPraia da PoçaEnclosed between two coastal cliffs, Poça Beach is located in São João do Estoril, near Forte Velho.The Beach has good points of access from the Marginal coast road, the car park and a pedestrian area connecting with other bars and café terraces.
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BeachesPraia de Água de AltoWith a large stretch of sand, Água d’Alto Beach is favoured by the residents of the Island of São Miguel and the busiest in Vila Franca do Campo. Its attractions include the fine sand, the crystal clear waters and a good support infrastructure.
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BeachesPraia de SilvaldeLocated to the south of Espinho while still a continuation of its sands, Silvalde Beach adjoins the similarly named settlement, a parish whose origins stretch far back into history and whose inhabitants long ago took up agriculture and fishing.The (...)
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BeachesPraia da QuebradaLocated on a small cove and protected by dunes, Quebrada Beach has a wide swathe of sand with many rocks, which require extra care on the part of bathers as the sea has strong currents. The small fishermen’s cottages in the vicinity add a (...)
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BeachesPraia das AvencasSurrounded by cliffs that may be appreciated from the Marginal coast road, Avencas Beach is home to marine flora and fauna of significant importance with the site due to be declared of special biophysical interest. The beach, limited in extent and (...)
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BeachesPraia de CanidePart of an enormous stretch of sands that runs continuously over kilometres, Canide Beach itself divides into two areas, North and South. The southern area is favoured by surfers while the northern often hosts kite-surfing and beach football (...)
