Beaches in & around Aljezur
Aljezur Beaches
Aljezur in the Algarve has some of the best surfing beaches in the Algarve. Indeed the beaches here on the Atlantic coast are some of the best in the country with impressive coastal headlands and cliffs located in this semi-remote area of south west Portugal.
Praia da Arrifana
Praia da Arrifana a long stretch of sand set below black cliffs, 10 km south west of Aljezur. The long, crescent beach is popular with surfers and hosts a number of surfing competitions throughout the year. There are car parks and restaurants close to the beach. There is a ruined 17th century fort, Ponta da Arrifana, on the headland with fantastic views of the rugged coastline.
Praia do Monte Clérigo
Praia do Monte Clérigo is 8 km north of Praia da Arrifana. The beach is suitable for families and is easily accessible by car. Another surfers' paradise, Praia do Monte Clérigo is also popular with families and is known for its spring flowers on the cliffs and headlands.
Praia da Amoreira
Praia da Amoreira is a natural wonder combining a sea and river beach at the mouth of the Ribeira de Aljezur. Largely free of development and tourist accommodation this is one of Portugal's most pristine beaches. Visitors will need to bring their own shade and beach facilities. There is easy access by car but no public transport. If you don't have your own hire car, take a taxi from Aljezur.
Praia do Amado
Praia do Amado is a large surfing beach with few facilities save for a few seasonal restaurants and cafes. The car park serving the beach is packed with camper vans in summer. Praia do Amado is south of Aljezur a short distance south west of the village of Carrapateira.
Praia da Bordeira
Praia da Bordeira is another surfers' favorite north of Carrapateira, again with few facilities on one of the area's most natural spots. The large beach has dangerous currents so please be careful with children.
Praia do Castelejo
Praia do Castelejo is a short drive from Vila do Bispo. There is a seasonal restaurant on this surfers' favourite. Again with beaches on Portugal's Atlantic coast please take care with the strong currents.
Aljezur Hotels
Some recommended places to stay in Aljezur include the Vicentina Hotel, which has an excellent restaurant open to non-guests and a pool, Guesthouse A Lareira, which also has a good restaurant, Carpe Vita and Casa Ladeira both in the old town and Apartamentos Apfel and Hotel Vale da Telha in Vale da Telha. Aljezur Living Hostel is close to Igreja Nova on Largo 1º de Maio and a backpacker favorite.
See here for a listing of hotels and apartments in Aljezur.
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