Praia da Marinha

The beach of Praia da Marinha is considered one of the most iconic on the Algarve coast. It is easy to see why with the distinctive rock formations, crystal clear water and golden sands. Access isn't difficult but its a little off the beaten track so is often relatively quiet.

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Carvoeiro travel guide »

Carvoeiro is an Algarve fishing village turned tourist hot spot located five kilometers south of Lagoa. Built into steep red sea cliffs, the once-attractive village has mushroomed since the 1960s to accommodate (mainly in self-catering apartment blocks) the hordes of tourists who come every Summer to soak up the sun and escape the more hectic pace of towns such as Lagoa, Albufeira and Portimao…