Things to do in Algarve, Portugal
Visit Aljezur, a hidden gem in Portugal
The closest town from our accommodation is Aljezur, a beautiful representation of the untouched Algarve.
Enjoy beautiful natural landscapes where donkeys work the land, cowbells tinkle on the plains and some of the best beaches in Portugal await you.
Situated in the 'Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina', the large natural park that extends along the western coast of the Algarve, Aljezur is a small agricultural town lying on the fertile plains that border the Aljezur river. The hilltop ruins of a 10th Century Moorish castle dominate the historic town centre and afford beautiful panoramic views of cork oak and pine woods, fields sprinkled with wild flowers and the sea in the distance. The old town spreading down the hillside is a charming mix of cobbled streets and whitewashed houses, with the characteristic colorful trimmings around the windows. The newer part of town was established in the 18th Century to relocate the population after the destruction caused by the 1755 earthquake, and lies at a short distance from the hill on the other side of the river. Heading out of town, it’s hard to decide what is more appealing: the countryside or the coastline.
Nature walks, mountain biking tours and donkey or horse rides around the hills offer visitors the opportunity to admire wild boar, foxes and badgers in their natural habitat while Aljezur’s 40 km (25 mile)-long coast is a treasure trove of rich marine life, numerous species of local and migrating birds and a beautiful mix of virgin beaches and peaceful river valleys.
The Costa Vicentina, as this south-western coastal strip is referred to, boasts some of the most beautiful unspoiled beaches in Portugal - many of which feature broad expanses of sand dunes flanked by towering cliffs, and hardly a building in sight. We love this place and we are sure you will love it too!
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Enjoy beautiful natural landscapes where donkeys work the land, cowbells tinkle on the plains and some of the best beaches in Portugal await you.
Situated in the 'Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina', the large natural park that extends along the western coast of the Algarve, Aljezur is a small agricultural town lying on the fertile plains that border the Aljezur river. The hilltop ruins of a 10th Century Moorish castle dominate the historic town centre and afford beautiful panoramic views of cork oak and pine woods, fields sprinkled with wild flowers and the sea in the distance. The old town spreading down the hillside is a charming mix of cobbled streets and whitewashed houses, with the characteristic colorful trimmings around the windows. The newer part of town was established in the 18th Century to relocate the population after the destruction caused by the 1755 earthquake, and lies at a short distance from the hill on the other side of the river. Heading out of town, it’s hard to decide what is more appealing: the countryside or the coastline.
Nature walks, mountain biking tours and donkey or horse rides around the hills offer visitors the opportunity to admire wild boar, foxes and badgers in their natural habitat while Aljezur’s 40 km (25 mile)-long coast is a treasure trove of rich marine life, numerous species of local and migrating birds and a beautiful mix of virgin beaches and peaceful river valleys.
The Costa Vicentina, as this south-western coastal strip is referred to, boasts some of the most beautiful unspoiled beaches in Portugal - many of which feature broad expanses of sand dunes flanked by towering cliffs, and hardly a building in sight. We love this place and we are sure you will love it too!
Contact us for more information >>>
Surf
Being located on the corner of the Iberian Peninsula means the Algarve has the widest swell window in the country. It was the last major European surf region to be explored and although it doesn’t contain the classic reefs of central Portugal, the potential for good, uncrowded waves is high. The West Coast is by far the best destination as it picks up the predominant northwesterly swells. The south coast tends to have nice waves during the bigger winter swells, but the further you get from the west coast the smaller they become and the more tourist orientated it gets. It is these two very different coasts that make for such a special surfing location. With one coast facing predominately west and the other south if there is any swell around, there will always be waves somewhere. Contact us for more information >>> 
Adventure Horse Riding
Set your spirit free and learn to trust the beautiful nature of our horses. Instructors will guide you through tracks along the beautiful coastline. Contact us for more information >>> |
Hiking the Rota Vicentina, the 'fisherman's trail'
Tracking right next to the coastline, the Rota Vicentina follows the trails used by locals to reach the beaches and hot fishing spots. It is a single track along the cliffs, with plenty of sand, which can only be explored by foot. Since our accommodation is nested in the Costa Vicentina natural park we recommend you discover some parts of the famous Rota Vicentina. Contact us for more information >>> 
Biking and moutainbiking
The Southwest has a wide network of mainly unmapped dirt tracks that are great fun to explore on a (mountain) bike, with trips customized for all levels of ability. Meander through colorful drifts of spring flowers and forests or see the ripening grapes and wheat fields in the autumn. Visit archaeological sites, fantastic beaches and unspoiled villages as you pedal along some of the quietest roads in Europe. The more adventurous choose to ride a mountain-bike as in this part of Portugal most roads are still unpaved, so you can go on forever and just follow your nose. Contact us for more information >>> |
