Category: Nature > Beach
District: Faro > Albufeira > Olhos de Água > Alfamar
Praia da Falésia, in this section known as Alfamar, is located on the Algarve coast, integrated within the municipality of Albufeira and the parish of Olhos de Água. It is an oceanic beach in Mainland Portugal, characterized by the dominant presence of a large cliff that stretches along the coastline.
Access to this part of the sandy area is via a land path that culminates in a wooden boardwalk, facilitating the descent to the beach.
The most striking visual feature of Praia da Falésia (Alfamar) is the imposing cliff that flanks it. This rock formation displays vibrant shades of orange and red, contrasting sharply with the blue of the sea and the golden sand. The cliff lends a dramatic and picturesque natural ambiance to the beach.
This beach stands out for its very extensive sandy area. Its large size allows visitors to easily find a quiet spot to enjoy the sun or engage in sand activities. The length of the beach also invites long seaside strolls, always with the cliff as a backdrop.
The waters in this part of Praia da Falésia are generally calm, making them suitable for swimming and for visitors to safely enjoy the sea.
Praia da Falésia (Alfamar) has been consistently recognized for its environmental quality and the conditions it offers visitors. It is distinguished with the Blue Flag, a symbol of quality encompassing aspects such as environmental information and education, bathing water quality, environmental management, safety, and services. Furthermore, it boasts the Gold Flag award for excellent water quality over several years and the Accessible Beach distinction, indicating the existence of conditions for people with reduced mobility. The "Zero Pollution" recognition underscores the purity of its waters.
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Coordinates DD: 37.0833609,-8.15934
Coordinates DMS: 37°05'0.1"N 08°09'33.6"W
Weather Olhos de Água
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