What is the water and sand quality of the Praia da Vigia?

The Praia da Vigia is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Praia da Vigia?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia da Vigia, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Praia da Vigia good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Praia da Vigia is partially protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia da Vigia for swimming is very positive.

Is the Praia da Vigia good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Praia da Vigia secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature </li><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia da Vigia?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia da Vigia.There are 4 restaurants nearby.A Sardinha is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia da Vigia?

There are 4839 places to stay in the Praia da Vigia area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia da Vigia include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=506849&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sao Rafael Holidays</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2713365&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Vila Marine</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3212985&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sao Rafael Beach Studio 66</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4198964&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Camelia 89 Sao Rafael - Albufeira, Algarve</a></li></ul>

How far is the Praia da Vigia from parking?

The Praia da Vigia has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Praia da Vigia?

There are 4 attractions near Praia da Vigia that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Slab cliffs located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Praia da Vigia?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia da Vigia is August. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Praia da Vigia

Albufeira, Portugal

7.4

#127 out of 152 in Algarve 11

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Patroves • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Praia de São Rafael

220m

Playground Terrain basket

1.5km

Playground Parque Ludico De Albufeira

2.4km

Playground Parque Infantil

6.2km

Playground Casa da praia praia

8km

Playground Avenida Beira Mar Playground

8km

Playground Parque Infantil de Olhos de Água

8.2km

Playground Parque infantil "Água"

8.6km

Playground Praia do Vale do Olival

8.7km

Park Praia dos Paradinha

350m

Park Reserva Natural Caminho da Baleeira

760m

Hiking Area Ponta da Baleeira

1.6km

Hiking Area Elevador do Peneco

2.3km

Park Miradouro do Túnel

2.6km

Park Quinta Fotoplanet Farm

2.9km

Park Senior Park

3km

Park Plage

3km

Park Parque da Alfarrobeira

4.3km

Restaurant A Sardinha

8.4 - Very good 180m

Restaurant Restaurante da Praia de São Rafael

230m

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Praia Grande

8.6 - Excellent 450m

Bar H. Maritur

8.4 - Very good 590m

Bar City Bar

8.6 - Excellent 740m

Restaurant Margem Sul

9 - Excellent 770m

Bar Snack-Bar Coelha 2

8.8 - Excellent 840m

Restaurant Club Sport Fishing and Boating - Albufeira

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Bar Restaurante Sunshine

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Supermarket Tommy's Supermarket

740m

Supermarket SPAR

1.4km

Supermarket Supermarkt

1.6km

Supermarket Spar Supermarket

1.9km

Supermarket Intermarché

2km

Supermarket Ocean Supermarket - Baker & Filhos, Lda.

2.2km

Supermarket SPAR

2.7km

Supermarket SPAR Supermarket

2.8km

Supermarket milktea

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Slab cliffs

270m

Tourist Attraction Small Point Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 680m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Ninho das Andorinhas

9.2 - Excellent 780m

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta Grande

9.4 - Excellent 860m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Arrifão

8.8 - Excellent 1km

Tourist Attraction X Ride Algarve

9.4 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction AlgarExperience, Enjoy the Sea

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Seacret Tours | Boat trips in Albufeira

9.4 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Algarve Charters

9.8 - Exceptional 1.5km

Amusement Center Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

6.6km

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About

Praia da Vigia is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 127th place out of 152 beaches in the Algarve region 31.2 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Patroves settlement, just 2.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

7.4 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

2.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Patroves • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Praia de São Rafael

220m

Playground Terrain basket

1.5km

Playground Parque Ludico De Albufeira

2.4km

Playground Parque Infantil

6.2km

Playground Casa da praia praia

8km

Playground Avenida Beira Mar Playground

8km

Playground Parque Infantil de Olhos de Água

8.2km

Playground Parque infantil "Água"

8.6km

Playground Praia do Vale do Olival

8.7km

Park Praia dos Paradinha

350m

Park Reserva Natural Caminho da Baleeira

760m

Hiking Area Ponta da Baleeira

1.6km

Hiking Area Elevador do Peneco

2.3km

Park Miradouro do Túnel

2.6km

Park Quinta Fotoplanet Farm

2.9km

Park Senior Park

3km

Park Plage

3km

Park Parque da Alfarrobeira

4.3km

Restaurant A Sardinha

8.4 - Very good 180m

Restaurant Restaurante da Praia de São Rafael

230m

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Praia Grande

8.6 - Excellent 450m

Bar H. Maritur

8.4 - Very good 590m

Bar City Bar

8.6 - Excellent 740m

Restaurant Margem Sul

9 - Excellent 770m

Bar Snack-Bar Coelha 2

8.8 - Excellent 840m

Restaurant Club Sport Fishing and Boating - Albufeira

8.6 - Excellent 1km

Bar Restaurante Sunshine

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Supermarket Tommy's Supermarket

740m

Supermarket SPAR

1.4km

Supermarket Supermarkt

1.6km

Supermarket Spar Supermarket

1.9km

Supermarket Intermarché

2km

Supermarket Ocean Supermarket - Baker & Filhos, Lda.

2.2km

Supermarket SPAR

2.7km

Supermarket SPAR Supermarket

2.8km

Supermarket milktea

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Slab cliffs

270m

Tourist Attraction Small Point Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 680m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Ninho das Andorinhas

9.2 - Excellent 780m

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta Grande

9.4 - Excellent 860m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Arrifão

8.8 - Excellent 1km

Tourist Attraction X Ride Algarve

9.4 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction AlgarExperience, Enjoy the Sea

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Seacret Tours | Boat trips in Albufeira

9.4 - Excellent 1.5km

Tourist Attraction Algarve Charters

9.8 - Exceptional 1.5km

Amusement Center Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

6.6km

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Patroves • 1.6km from center

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640m from the beach

6.7 Good

Carolina Sea Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Patroves • 1.6km from center

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Appartement Sao Rafael praia Algarve portugal

640m from the beach

7.9 Very good

Appartement Sao Rafael praia Algarve portugal

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Pateo • 1.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

200m 3 min walk

Praia dos Arrifes

8 Very good

280m 4 min walk

Praia de Sao Rafael

8.3 Very good

630m 8 min walk

Praia dos Piratas

6.9 Good

690m 9 min walk

Praia da Ponta Pequena

7.7 Very good

800m 10 min walk

Ninho de Andorinha

7.5 Very good

890m 11 min walk

Praia da Ponta Grande

7.3 Good

1km 14 min walk

Praia das Salamitras

7.8 Very good

1.4km 18 min walk

Praia da Coelha

7.9 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Patroves • 2.1km

Main locality of province

Faro • 31.2km

Transport

Airport

PRM • 28.3km

Bus Station

Albufeira (Av Liberdade) • 2.8km

Train Station

Albufeira - Ferreiras • 7.2km

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7.4 Good

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Derek Stone

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The stunning beach located near Albufeira is absolutely breathtaking.

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Untamed Waters

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Nestled along the coast lies a charming and picturesque sandy beach with a warm brown hue that catches the eye. Visitors can easily park their vehicles nearby and make their way down to the beach, though a bit of climbing is required. While public toilets are situated within the nearby restaurants, mineral water showers, changing rooms, and additional public toilets are available for use. Though the water may be a bit chilly in June, it's still possible to take a refreshing swim. For those looking for a bit of activity, don't forget to pack your beach tennis gear - it's a fun and enjoyable pastime on the beach.

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Elias Kessler.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This charming beach with stunning natural vistas that are sure to take your breath away. However, it's worth noting that during high tide, the beach may become somewhat compact, so it's best to plan your visit accordingly.

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Maximilian Kessler

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The nearby beach is undoubtedly the finest one around. Its pristine sands and crystal-clear waters make it a true paradise for beachgoers. The atmosphere is serene and tranquil, and the sound of the waves crashing against the shore is incredibly soothing. It is the perfect place to unwind and relax, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. In short, this beach is an absolute gem and not to be missed.