Alagoa Beach, Altura Beach, or Alagoa-Altura Beach

Category: Nature > Beach

District: Faro > Castro Marim > Altura > Vale da Velha

Location

Praia da Alagoa, also known as Altura beach or Alagoa-Altura, is strategically situated in the locality of Altura, which belongs to the municipality of Castro Marim, in the district of Faro. This area of the Algarve's Sotavento (leeward side), specifically in the Vale da Velha region, is characterized by its flat coastal landscape and its proximity to the vast Atlantic Ocean. Its position offers an open and unobstructed environment, with the maritime horizon dominating the view.

Natural Characteristics

This coastal stretch is notable for its extensive and inviting strip of golden, fine sand, which extends for several kilometers, inviting long walks along the seashore. The waters that bathe Praia da Alagoa are, generally speaking, calm and crystalline, presenting mild temperatures for most of the year, which provides a suitable environment for swimming and leisure by the sea.

The natural surroundings of the beach are complemented by low dunes and coastal vegetation that has adapted to the maritime conditions, contributing to the serenity and intrinsic beauty of the landscape. This coastal ecosystem offers an authentic backdrop to the bathing scenery.

Environment and Landscape

Praia da Alagoa is characterized by an environment of tranquility and spaciousness, favoring rest and the appreciation of the vast open space. Its great extension ensures that, even during peak times, the feeling of spaciousness is maintained, allowing each visitor to enjoy their own spot on the sand.

The landscape is marked by the intense luminosity of the Algarve sun and the vibrant blue of the Atlantic waters, which together create a typically Mediterranean scenario, celebrating the serenity and natural beauty of the coast. The horizon line, where the sky and the sea meet, provides an uninterrupted and inspiring view.

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