Algarve beach break guide: find your perfect day in the Winter sun
The IndependentIf you’re looking for the perfect all-round sun destination, look no further than the Algarve. Praia do Ancão: Best for exploring nature Against a picturesque backdrop of stone pine trees, this stretching sand beach in Almancil is just a 30-minute drive from the Algarve’s capital, Faro. Set in the large, protected area of Ria Formosa Natural Park, which extends from the beach to Cacela Velha in the eastern Algarve, it’s a beautiful spot boasting golden sand dunes and crystalline waters. Praia da Arrifana: Best for surfers On the Algarve’s west coast, near Aljezur, the waves of the Atlantic Ocean provide one of the best spots to surf. Praia de Cacela Velha: Best for sunset views Enjoy a stroll, paddle or swim at sunset on this stunning bow-shaped beach Despite being considered one of the best beaches in Portugal, Praia de Cacela remains fairly quiet and free of crowds.
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