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Rock Beach (Praia da Rocha)
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~0.68 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Praia da Rocha (English: "Rock Beach") is the beach and built up area on the Atlantic Ocean which is the southern section of the municipality/concelho of Portimão, Algarve, southern Portugal.
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Fort of Santa Catarina
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~1.29 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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The Fort of Santa Catarina (in Portuguese: Forte de Santa Catarina, or sometimes Fortaleza de Santa Catarina de Ribamar) is in the municipality/concelho of Portimão in the Algarve in Portugal.Map location: 37°08'N 8°32'WOn a height of land at the extreme east of Praia da Rocha, this fort defended the local settlements and the estuary of the Rio Arade, in conjunction with the Forte de São João do Arade on the opposite bank of the river in Ferragudo.
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Fort of São João do Arade
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~1.30 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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The Fort of São João do Arade (Portuguese: Forte de São João do Arade, sometimes called the Castelo [= Castle] de São João do Arade, or simply the Castelo do Arade) is located in the Algarve in the town and civil parish/freguesia of Ferragudo, in the municipality/concelho of Lagoa, in Portugal.Map location: 37°07'12?N 8°31'20?WThe Fort of São João do Arade seen from Portimão on the opposite shore of the Arade RiverSituated in a dominant position at the mouth of the Rio Arade, the elevated site divides two beaches: the Praia da Angrinha and the Praia Grande. Together with the Forte de Santa Catarina, on the water front of Portimão, the fort defends the estuary and the river itself.
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Alvor Beach
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~2.48 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Carvoeiro Beach
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~4.32 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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If you want relatively unspoilt Algarve, but hate to stray from the coast, then Carvoeiro might be just the place for you!It's situated about two-thirds of the way west from Albufeira to Portimao (the biggest coastal landmarks I could think of to help you place it).I often think of it like that mythical Scottish village 'Brigadoon', that's supposed to appear every so often out of the mist - only to disappear again for years and years...But that's only because I always seem to have such a time trying to make my way to Carvoiero whenever I want to visit! I quite often end up somewhere else entirely, which surprises Nev, who thinks I'm a bit of a whizz at geography and map-reading.Whatever the reason, I'm always buoyed up by a sense of accomplishment, if I ever manage to locate ...
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Maia Beach (Praia Maia)
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~6.04 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Batata Beach (Praia da Batata)
Algarve
~6.89 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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The friendly Batata Beach is perfect for anyone who likes their beach along with plenty of greenery and nature besides. The awesome rock dwellings compliment this sandy oasis.
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Fort Ponte da Bandeira
Algarve
~6.90 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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This fort, also known in Portuguese as the Forte do Pau da Bandeira, the Forte de Nossa Senhora da Penha de França and the Forte do Registo, is on the waterfront near the entrance to the harbour. The stone inscription over the main door indicates that it was originally dedicated to Santa Virgem Senhora da Penha de França -- whence one of its names; "Ponta da Bandeira" (or "Pau da Bandeira") are names of the area of Lagos where it actually stands.When Portugal came under Spanish rule, the Portuguese coast became a target for the British fleet. Lagos, close to the Spanish naval base of Cadiz, was attacked by Sir Francis Drake in the late 1580s. But the inhabitants put up such a good defence that he had to abort his attack on Lagos and instead sacked the nearby fort of Sagres. Furthermore t...
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Pinhao Beach
Algarve
~6.95 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Lagos Train Station
Lagos
~6.95 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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The Lagos train station is behind the marina; pick up a schedule of trains to Lisboa; notice the number of stops and the route as this will impact the journey.
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Dona Ana Beach
Algarve
~7.04 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Due to being one of the closest beaches from the main cities, is usually crowded by locals. Surfing is becoming very popular here, with a perfect left mainly for experienced surfers.There are a few facilities at this beach such us barbeque areas, showers, bathrooms and cabins to stay over.
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City Centre Lagos
Lagos
~7.09 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Camillo Beach (Praia do Camillo)
Algarve
~7.10 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Sunbathers enjoy the sun on Praia do Camilo beach near Lagos in Portugal's southern Algarve. Europe's southwestern tip is a place of stark beauty prone to sudden fogs and blustery sea breezes. Jutting into the sea, the twin headlands of Sagres and Cape St. Vincent were places of mystery and awe to ancient Romans and early Christians.
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Lagos Lighthouse
Algarve
~7.29 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Marinha Beach
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~7.56 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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You have to see this beach to believe it. It is picture perfect. Located between Armação de Pêra and Carvoeiro, Praia da Marinha is a small cove beach that nestles snugly at the base of rocky outcrops. If you tried to imagine the most picturesque beach possible, you probably still wouldn’t do it justice.Wide meandering steps take you from the cliff top car park to the beach below. At high tide the beach is a narrow strip of sand, but at low tide the adjacent coves become accessible. Praia da Marinha is a hit with families as there are plenty of strange rock formations to explore, caves cut in the cliffs and many rock pools harbouring all sorts of marine life.The water quality and clarity here is exceptional, making Praia da Marinha ideal for snorkelling. Many different marine species...
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Silves Cathedral
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~7.73 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Silves Cathedral (Portuguese: Sé Catedral de Silves) in the city of Silves, in the Algarve region, in southern Portugal was mostly built in the 15th century and is considered the main Gothic monument in the Algarve.The details about the foundation and building of Silves Cathedral are unclear. In the process of the Reconquista, Moorish Silves was conquered in 1189 by King Sancho I of Portugal, but since the city was retaken by the Moors in 1191, it is unlikely that a cathedral was built at this time. Only in 1242 was Silves definitely reconquered by Christian knights during the reign of King Afonso III, and it is believed that this king was responsible for beginning the construction of Silves Cathedral as the seat of a newly-founded Algarve diocese.The works proceeded with difficulty,...
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Silves Castle
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~7.77 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Silves Castle is located in the city of Silves, in the region of Algarve, in Southern Portugal. Silves Castle was built between the 8th and the 13th century AD and is considered to be the best preserved of the Moorish castles of the country.
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Mos Beach (Praia de Mos)
Algarve
~8.15 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Albondeira Beach
Praia Do Carvoeiro
~8.19 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Luz Beach (Praia da Luz)
Praia da Luz
~10.20 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Praia da Luz beach is an intermediate size Blue Flag beach with two distinct zones: the white sand characteristic of Algarve beaches and the 'rock zone'. The water is clean and transparent but the temperature is somewhat variable.
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Burgau Beach
Burgau
~13.03 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Burgau beach is a great option for a relaxing beach day. The beach is protected on both sides by rocky outcrops keeping the winds at bay. The water here is generally calm and the quality excellent. The beach is reached by following the villages cobbled streets down to the waterfront and then along the beach walkway. Even during high season the beach doesn’t tend to be too crowded, although parking can be difficult. Best to park on the outskirts of the village and wander down the narrow streets at your ease.Right on the beach you have the famous Burgau Beach Bar – snacks, meals, drinks and ice creams available all day long. There are plenty of restaurants and cafés in the area, some with wonderful views across the ocean. Burgau moves at a very gentle pace. It is the perfect place to enj...
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Albufeira Marina
Algarve
~15.49 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Salema Beach
Algarve
~15.80 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Nested in a cozy bay surrounded by a beautifully dramatic landscape, this small fishing village is still an active fishermen spot, and you can witness it if you go to the beach very early in the morning.The beach is very popular, has a beautiful promenade along the beach with splanades over the sea. The water is very clean and transparent, and to the East you can find a more wild and natural lanscape preserving some proofs of very ancient inhabitants — the Dinosaurs — that left visible footsteps in stones near the sand.
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Fisherman's Beach
Algarve
~16.43 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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The dive site Fisherman's Beach is a shoreline rocky reef in the Oatlands area of Simon's Town on the False Bay coast of the Cape Peninsula, near Cape Town in the Western Cape province of South Africa.
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Amado Beach
Algarve
~19.91 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Bordeira Beach
Algarve
~20.25 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Martinhal Beach (Praia do Martinhal)
Sagres
~21.98 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Large and flat sandy beach east of Sagres. The ideal place for surfing and walks along the beach.
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Mareta Beach (Praia da Mareta)
Sagres
~22.82 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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Located right in front of Sagres village with a large, sandy beach and a nice restaurant / beach bar (called the 'Raposo') in the middle. There are sun loungers and big straw shade umbrellas available in the summer. Flanked by cliffs either side it is a well sheltered beach and suitable for bathing. You have to park up on the cliffs or in Vila de Sagres itself and walk down but it's not a trek and access is easy.
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 #29 of 30 Things To Do in Praia da Rocha
Falesia Beach
Algarve
~23.04 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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This beach is considered to be one of the best beaches in Portugal. It has an extensive stretch of golden sand, and the temperature of the water in summer is anywhere from 22 to 23 degrees celsius.Falesia Beach in Albufeira has all kinds of services, and as well boasts of the blue flag which states the cleanness of its waters
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Tonel Beach (Praia do Tonel)
Sagres
~23.42 miles from Praia da Rocha city center
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