There are over 20 beautiful beaches along the Albufeira coastline which covers approximately 18 miles. Earning numerous Blue Flags, which include safety and services, quality of sea water and environmental education, Albufeira has also had a high number of Golden Seals and is famously regarded for its beautiful beaches. With constant dedication to ensuring perfect quality waters and facilities, there is an almost overwhelming amount of opportunities to relax and sunbathe in the most elegant of locations, from long sandy beaches to the secluded more private areas, you will find an abundance of them all.
For the more adventurous, there are countless water sport activities found across almost all of the 20+ quality beaches found in Albufeira, from windsurfing, diving, sailing and even motor sports.
Praia dos Salgados - Known best for its kiting and windsurfing, this is a very large and sandy beach - complete with sand dunes.
Praia da Galé - A series of beaches split by rocks, perfect for those who want a quiet, secluded place to relax.
Praia Manuel Lourenço - A beautiful golden sandy beach
Praia do Evaristo - Regarded highly by portugese upper-class, this particularly beautiful beach is located close to the "Casa do Castelo" club.
Praia do Castelo - A relativly quiet sandy beach which also attracts those who like to surf
Praia da Coelha - Another small sandy beach famous for its clear blue waters
Praia de São Rafael - A slightly larger beach, great for families and those who just like to soak up the sun.
Praia dos Arrifes
Praia do Peneco
Praia dos Pescadores - Best known for its constant use from fisherman
Praia do INATEL - This beach is located between Praia dos pescadores and Praia do Forte S. Joao. The name comes from the hotel situated just behind the shores.
Praia dos Alemães
Praia dos Aveiros
Praia da Oura
Praia de Santa Eulália
Praia Maria Luísa A long golden beach across eastern Albufeira, with red cliffs facing the sea. Great for those who prefer to walk across its golden sand.
Praia dos Olhos d'Água
Praia do Barranco das Belharucas
Praia da Falésia
Praia dos Tomates
Praia da Rocha Baixinha
The beaches are ordered from West to East
