What is the water and sand quality of the Praia da Ponta Grande?

The Praia da Ponta Grande 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 Ponta Grande?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia da Ponta Grande, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Praia da Ponta Grande 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 Ponta Grande is partially protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia da Ponta Grande for swimming is very positive.

Is the Praia da Ponta Grande 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 Ponta Grande secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of 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 Ponta Grande?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia da Ponta Grande.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Praia da Coelha is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia da Ponta Grande?

There are 4839 places to stay in the Praia da Ponta Grande area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3334265&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Bellevue 4</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6531880&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">VILA CRISTINA MAR (8 guests and oceanview)</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4995082&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sao Rafael Beach 300 m - Vila Rosal house</a></li></ul>

How far is the Praia da Ponta Grande from parking?

The Praia da Ponta Grande has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and the path to beach is only for experienced travellers. Not recommended for children or senior people.

Are there any attractions nearby Praia da Ponta Grande?

There are 4 attractions near Praia da Ponta Grande that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Small Point Beach 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 Ponta Grande?

The month with the highest temperature in Praia da Ponta Grande 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>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Praia da Ponta Grande (Algarve) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Praia da Ponta Grande (Algarve) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Praia da Ponta Grande with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Praia da Ponta Grande with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Praia da Ponta Grande with small bay

Photo of Praia da Ponta Grande with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Praia da Ponta Grande wild area

Photo of Praia da Ponta Grande located in natural area

Praia da Ponta Grande

Albufeira, Portugal

7.3

#132 out of 152 in Algarve 16

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Kayaking Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Patroves • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Praia de São Rafael

650m

Playground Terrain basket

2.3km

Playground Parque Ludico De Albufeira

3.2km

Playground Parque Infantil

7km

Playground Avenida Beira Mar Playground

7.3km

Playground Parque infantil "Água"

7.9km

Playground Praia do Vale do Olival

7.9km

Playground Casa da praia praia

8.8km

Playground Parque Infantil de Olhos de Água

9km

Park Praia dos Paradinha

520m

Park Reserva Natural Caminho da Baleeira

1.5km

Park Plage

2.2km

Hiking Area Ponta da Baleeira

2.4km

Hiking Area Elevador do Peneco

3.1km

Park Quinta Fotoplanet Farm

3.1km

Park Miradouro do Túnel

3.4km

Park Senior Park

3.8km

Hiking Area Salgados

4km

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Praia Grande

8.6 - Excellent 480m

Restaurant Restaurante Praia da Coelha

8.4 - Very good 510m

Restaurant Restaurante da Praia de São Rafael

650m

Restaurant Restaurante O Marinheiro

9.2 - Excellent 820m

Bar Snack-Bar Coelha 2

8.8 - Excellent 890m

Cafe Cafe

9 - Excellent 910m

Restaurant Castelo Beach Club

8.4 - Very good 950m

Restaurant Margem Sul

9 - Excellent 950m

Restaurant A Sardinha

8.4 - Very good 970m

Supermarket Supermarkt

830m

Supermarket Tommy's Supermarket

980m

Supermarket Spar Supermarket

1.6km

Supermarket Ocean Supermarket - Baker & Filhos, Lda.

1.9km

Supermarket SPAR

2.1km

Bakery Pastelaria Colibri 2

8.6 - Excellent 2.2km

Supermarket Apolónia Supermercados - Galé

2.4km

Sporting Goods Store Zimzala Surf Culture - Cafe - Shop - School

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Supermarket Intermarché

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta Grande

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Ninho das Andorinhas

9.2 - Excellent 100m

Tourist Attraction Small Point Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 190m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Castelo

960m

Tourist Attraction Slab cliffs

1km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Arrifão

8.8 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction AlgarExperience, Enjoy the Sea

2.2km

Tourist Attraction X Ride Algarve

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Seacret Tours | Boat trips in Albufeira

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Amusement Center Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

6.4km

Amusement Park Aqualand Algarve

9.7km

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About

Praia da Ponta Grande is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 132th place out of 152 beaches in the Algarve region 32 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.

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

650m

Playground Terrain basket

2.3km

Playground Parque Ludico De Albufeira

3.2km

Playground Parque Infantil

7km

Playground Avenida Beira Mar Playground

7.3km

Playground Parque infantil "Água"

7.9km

Playground Praia do Vale do Olival

7.9km

Playground Casa da praia praia

8.8km

Playground Parque Infantil de Olhos de Água

9km

Park Praia dos Paradinha

520m

Park Reserva Natural Caminho da Baleeira

1.5km

Park Plage

2.2km

Hiking Area Ponta da Baleeira

2.4km

Hiking Area Elevador do Peneco

3.1km

Park Quinta Fotoplanet Farm

3.1km

Park Miradouro do Túnel

3.4km

Park Senior Park

3.8km

Hiking Area Salgados

4km

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Praia Grande

8.6 - Excellent 480m

Restaurant Restaurante Praia da Coelha

8.4 - Very good 510m

Restaurant Restaurante da Praia de São Rafael

650m

Restaurant Restaurante O Marinheiro

9.2 - Excellent 820m

Bar Snack-Bar Coelha 2

8.8 - Excellent 890m

Cafe Cafe

9 - Excellent 910m

Restaurant Castelo Beach Club

8.4 - Very good 950m

Restaurant Margem Sul

9 - Excellent 950m

Restaurant A Sardinha

8.4 - Very good 970m

Supermarket Supermarkt

830m

Supermarket Tommy's Supermarket

980m

Supermarket Spar Supermarket

1.6km

Supermarket Ocean Supermarket - Baker & Filhos, Lda.

1.9km

Supermarket SPAR

2.1km

Bakery Pastelaria Colibri 2

8.6 - Excellent 2.2km

Supermarket Apolónia Supermercados - Galé

2.4km

Sporting Goods Store Zimzala Surf Culture - Cafe - Shop - School

9.4 - Excellent 2.5km

Supermarket Intermarché

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta Grande

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Ninho das Andorinhas

9.2 - Excellent 100m

Tourist Attraction Small Point Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 190m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Castelo

960m

Tourist Attraction Slab cliffs

1km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Arrifão

8.8 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction AlgarExperience, Enjoy the Sea

2.2km

Tourist Attraction X Ride Algarve

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Tourist Attraction Seacret Tours | Boat trips in Albufeira

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Amusement Center Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

6.4km

Amusement Park Aqualand Algarve

9.7km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Sao Rafael Beach 300 m - Vila Rosal house

510m from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Sao Rafael Beach 300 m - Vila Rosal house

Entire House

Pateo • 1.7km from center

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600m from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Villa Bellevue

Entire Villa

Pateo • 1.7km from center

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620m from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Villa Bellevue 4

Entire Apartment

Pateo • 1.6km from center

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Camelia 89 Sao Rafael - Albufeira, Algarve

760m from the beach

9 Excellent

Camelia 89 Sao Rafael - Albufeira, Algarve

Entire Apartment

Pateo • 1.8km from center

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770m from the beach

9 Excellent

Rosal CB

Entire Apartment

Pateo • 1.4km from center

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800m from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Casa Azul

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Patroves • 1.5km from center

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810m from the beach

6.7 Good

Carolina Sea Apartment

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Patroves • 1.6km from center

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810m from the beach

9 Excellent

Vila Rosal AD

Entire Apartment

Pateo • 1.4km from center

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820m from the beach

6.8 Good

Sao Rafael Beach Studio 66

Entire Apartment

Pateo • 1.7km from center

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Apt. 65, Premium Location, Beach & Swimming Pool

830m from the beach

9 Excellent

Apt. 65, Premium Location, Beach & Swimming Pool

Entire Apartment

Pateo • 1.7km from center

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Modern Villa in Albufeira with Private Swimming Pool

830m from the beach

5.5 Pleasant

Modern Villa in Albufeira with Private Swimming Pool

Villa

Pateo • 1.3km from center

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VILA CRISTINA MAR (8 guests and oceanview)

850m from the beach

9.3 Excellent

VILA CRISTINA MAR (8 guests and oceanview)

Entire Villa

Pateo • 1.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

130m 2 min walk

Connected beach

Ninho de Andorinha

7.5 Very good

230m 3 min walk

Connected beach

Praia das Salamitras

7.8 Very good

250m 3 min walk

Connected beach

Praia da Ponta Pequena

7.7 Very good

310m 4 min walk

Connected beach

Praia dos Piratas

6.9 Good

630m 8 min walk

Praia da Coelha

7.9 Very good

660m 9 min walk

Praia de Sao Rafael

8.3 Very good

890m 11 min walk

Praia da Fraternidade

6.9 Good

890m 11 min walk

Praia da Vigia

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

Patroves • 2.1km

Main locality of province

Faro • 32km

Transport

Airport

PRM • 27.6km

Bus Station

Albufeira (Av Liberdade) • 3.5km

Train Station

Albufeira - Ferreiras • 7.8km

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7.3 Good

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Nikolai Kozlov.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

If you're looking for a spot to soak up some sun and take in some stunning views, look no further than this beach. The sandy cliffs seem to go on forever, and they're a sight to behold from the water. Trust me, you won't want to miss out on the beauty of this place while you're in Portugal. I highly suggest checking it out.

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Nathan Kessler

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Venture out to a tranquil stretch of shoreline that can only be reached by boat. Our boat trip was a delightful excursion to discover stunning beaches. Numerous petite beaches dot the coastline, each one secluded and only accessible by boat. We savored a delightful BBQ feast on one of these hidden gems. Don't miss the opportunity to meet the Caipirinha Man, who sails to these beaches with a boatload of refreshing cocktails. Perfectly suited for basking in the afternoon sun and unwinding in the warmth.

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Ariella Santoro

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This place is absolutely breathtaking. It's worth taking a stroll over the cliff tops. 👌👌

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Zane Harrington

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is a hidden treasure! The scenery from the highest point is breathtaking. For those unfamiliar with the area, using Google Maps is the most reliable way to locate the beach since there are no signs. Accessing the beach can be challenging, however, as you must descend a rope and then carefully navigate down a 5-meter cliff.

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Taka Bamba

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The coastal erosion here is breathtakingly beautiful in its various forms.

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Praia da Ponta Grande

Albufeira, Portugal

Playground Praia de São Rafael

Playground Terrain basket

Playground Parque Ludico De Albufeira

Playground Parque Infantil

Playground Avenida Beira Mar Playground

Playground Parque infantil "Água"

Playground Praia do Vale do Olival

Playground Casa da praia praia

Playground Parque Infantil de Olhos de Água

Park Praia dos Paradinha

Park Reserva Natural Caminho da Baleeira

Park Plage

Hiking Area Ponta da Baleeira

Hiking Area Elevador do Peneco

Park Quinta Fotoplanet Farm

Park Miradouro do Túnel

Park Senior Park

Hiking Area Salgados

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Praia Grande

Restaurant Restaurante Praia da Coelha

Restaurant Restaurante da Praia de São Rafael

Restaurant Restaurante O Marinheiro

Bar Snack-Bar Coelha 2

Cafe Cafe

Restaurant Castelo Beach Club

Restaurant Margem Sul

Restaurant A Sardinha

Supermarket Supermarkt

Supermarket Tommy's Supermarket

Supermarket Spar Supermarket

Supermarket Ocean Supermarket - Baker & Filhos, Lda.

Supermarket SPAR

Bakery Pastelaria Colibri 2

Supermarket Apolónia Supermercados - Galé

Sporting Goods Store Zimzala Surf Culture - Cafe - Shop - School

Supermarket Intermarché

Tourist Attraction Praia da Ponta Grande

Tourist Attraction Praia do Ninho das Andorinhas

Tourist Attraction Small Point Beach

Tourist Attraction Praia do Castelo

Tourist Attraction Slab cliffs

Tourist Attraction Praia do Arrifão

Tourist Attraction AlgarExperience, Enjoy the Sea

Tourist Attraction X Ride Algarve

Tourist Attraction Seacret Tours | Boat trips in Albufeira

Amusement Center Zoomarine Algarve, Portugal

Amusement Park Aqualand Algarve

About

Weather

Patroves, Algarve,

Playground Praia de São Rafael

Playground Terrain basket

Playground Parque Ludico De Albufeira

Playground Parque Infantil

Playground Avenida Beira Mar Playground

Playground Parque infantil "Água"

Playground Praia do Vale do Olival

Playground Casa da praia praia

Playground Parque Infantil de Olhos de Água

Park Praia dos Paradinha

Park Reserva Natural Caminho da Baleeira

Park Plage

Hiking Area Ponta da Baleeira

Hiking Area Elevador do Peneco

Park Quinta Fotoplanet Farm

Park Miradouro do Túnel

Park Senior Park

Hiking Area Salgados

Italian Restaurant Restaurante Praia Grande

Restaurant Restaurante Praia da Coelha

Restaurant Restaurante da Praia de São Rafael

Restaurant Restaurante O Marinheiro

Bar Snack-Bar Coelha 2

Cafe Cafe

Restaurant Castelo Beach Club

Restaurant Margem Sul

Restaurant A Sardinha

Supermarket Supermarkt