What is the water and sand quality of the Vale Covo?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Vale Covo?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Vale Covo, 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 Vale Covo good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Vale Covo is fully protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Vale Covo 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Vale Covo secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. 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 Vale Covo?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Vale Covo.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Sky Bar Carvoeiro is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Vale Covo?

There are 3642 places to stay in the Vale Covo area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Vale Covo include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=38697&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pestana Palm Gardens</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=39473&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Mirachoro Praia</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7048103&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Ferrolho walk to beach and Carvoeiro centre</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2937751&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamentos - Solar Vale Covo</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4823002&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartment Konstantin</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5665636&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cozy Carvoeiro HOME w/ Sea View & Private Access to Beach</a></li></ul>

How far is the Vale Covo from parking?

The Vale Covo 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 Vale Covo?

There are 4 attractions near Vale Covo that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Algar Seco located in 0.5 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Vale Covo?

The month with the highest temperature in Vale Covo 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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Vale Covo

Praia do Carvoeiro, Portugal

#71 out of 152 in Algarve 18

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Fully waves protected Good for Kayaking Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Carvoeiro • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Playground

700m

Playground Best swing in Algarve

910m

Playground Radical Fun Park

3km

Playground Praia da Marinha

4.2km

Playground City estádio

5.9km

Playground Parque Infantil Ferragudo

6.3km

Playground Palmeiras Village play area

6.5km

Playground Parque Infantil da Praia da Rocha

7.2km

Playground Praia do Vale do Olival

8km

Hiking Area Praia do Vale Loch

80m

Hiking Area Access to cliff; Walking trail

150m

Hiking Area Arco natural

200m

Hiking Area Carvoeiro Hiking

430m

Park Parque Merendas

670m

Hiking Area Carvoeiro Boardwalk

770m

Hiking Area Best lunch bench in Algarve

890m

Hiking Area Miradouro do Vale Suspenso

1km

Park Vila Golfemar Condominium

1.3km

Bar Sky Bar Carvoeiro

8.6 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Pestana Palm Gardens

8.8 - Excellent 250m

Cafe Trujillo

250m

Restaurant SAL & TAL

9.4 - Excellent 290m

Restaurant Earth Shop & Café

9.4 - Excellent 430m

Restaurant Restaurante Primavera

8.4 - Very good 460m

Restaurant Martins Kulinarium

9.6 - Exceptional 470m

Restaurant Villa Medici

9 - Excellent 490m

Restaurant Bistro Algar Seco

8.8 - Excellent 510m

Supermarket Spar supermercado

900m

Supermarket Supermercado Bom Dia

1km

Supermarket Loja Chinese

1.1km

Bakery Fábrica Velha

9.4 - Excellent 1.1km

Supermarket Supermercado Mercearia Rocha Brava

1.3km

Supermarket Spar

2km

Supermarket Intermarché

2.5km

Supermarket Supermarket Sesmarias

3.2km

Supermarket Amanhecer

5km

Tourist Attraction Algar Seco

480m

Tourist Attraction Boneca's Cave

530m

Tourist Attraction Largo da Praia de Carvoeiro

1km

Tourist Attraction Farol de Alfanzina

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Salgadeira

9.2 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Cama da Vaca

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Benagil Caves

3km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Vale da Lapa

9.2 - Excellent 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Benagil Cave

3.3km

Night Club Oceans Club

8 - Very good 7.6km

Amusement Park Aqualand Algarve

9.5km

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About

Vale Covo is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 71th place out of 152 beaches in the Algarve region 47.5 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Carvoeiro settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +15 ^o C

Air temperature

4.3 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Carvoeiro • 1.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Playground

700m

Playground Best swing in Algarve

910m

Playground Radical Fun Park

3km

Playground Praia da Marinha

4.2km

Playground City estádio

5.9km

Playground Parque Infantil Ferragudo

6.3km

Playground Palmeiras Village play area

6.5km

Playground Parque Infantil da Praia da Rocha

7.2km

Playground Praia do Vale do Olival

8km

Hiking Area Praia do Vale Loch

80m

Hiking Area Access to cliff; Walking trail

150m

Hiking Area Arco natural

200m

Hiking Area Carvoeiro Hiking

430m

Park Parque Merendas

670m

Hiking Area Carvoeiro Boardwalk

770m

Hiking Area Best lunch bench in Algarve

890m

Hiking Area Miradouro do Vale Suspenso

1km

Park Vila Golfemar Condominium

1.3km

Bar Sky Bar Carvoeiro

8.6 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Pestana Palm Gardens

8.8 - Excellent 250m

Cafe Trujillo

250m

Restaurant SAL & TAL

9.4 - Excellent 290m

Restaurant Earth Shop & Café

9.4 - Excellent 430m

Restaurant Restaurante Primavera

8.4 - Very good 460m

Restaurant Martins Kulinarium

9.6 - Exceptional 470m

Restaurant Villa Medici

9 - Excellent 490m

Restaurant Bistro Algar Seco

8.8 - Excellent 510m

Supermarket Spar supermercado

900m

Supermarket Supermercado Bom Dia

1km

Supermarket Loja Chinese

1.1km

Bakery Fábrica Velha

9.4 - Excellent 1.1km

Supermarket Supermercado Mercearia Rocha Brava

1.3km

Supermarket Spar

2km

Supermarket Intermarché

2.5km

Supermarket Supermarket Sesmarias

3.2km

Supermarket Amanhecer

5km

Tourist Attraction Algar Seco

480m

Tourist Attraction Boneca's Cave

530m

Tourist Attraction Largo da Praia de Carvoeiro

1km

Tourist Attraction Farol de Alfanzina

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Salgadeira

9.2 - Excellent 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Cama da Vaca

9.2 - Excellent 2.4km

Tourist Attraction Benagil Caves

3km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Vale da Lapa

9.2 - Excellent 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Benagil Cave

3.3km

Night Club Oceans Club

8 - Very good 7.6km

Amusement Park Aqualand Algarve

9.5km

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Located at nearest locality

Carvoeiro • 880m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

580m 8 min walk

Vale de Centeanes

7.9 Very good

1.1km 15 min walk

Praia de Carvoeiro

8.6 Excellent

1.4km 19 min walk

Praia do Paraiso

7.7 Very good

1.8km 24 min walk

Vale Espinhaco

6.9 Good

2.1km

Praia dos Tres Castelos

7.7 Very good

2.6km

Praia do Carvalho

8.6 Excellent

Popular beach 3.1km

Benagil Beach Praia de Benagil

8.5 Excellent

3.1km

Praia do Vale da Lapa

6.9 Good

Localities

Nearest

Carvoeiro • 1.1km

Main locality of province

Faro • 47.5km

Transport

Airport

PRM • 12.6km

Bus Station

António Joaquim Raposo Freire • 2km

Train Station

Estombar - Lagoa • 5.9km

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Avery Chen

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

What a stunning location! The Tivoli Hotel rooftop is the perfect spot to bask in the glory of the beach while sipping on a refreshing beer. The ambiance is simply divine - the sea breeze, the sun-kissed sand, and the sound of waves crashing against the shore. It's a paradise for those who love to indulge in some quality me time. And what better way to unwind than with a cold brew in hand? It's a match made in heaven! So, if you're looking for a slice of heaven on earth, head over to the Tivoli Hotel rooftop and let the beauty of the beach take your breath away.

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Harrison Harken

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Absolutely delightful. The beach can be easily reached by foot, making it a convenient and enjoyable destination for all.

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Nandy Mg

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is a breathtaking sight, particularly when observed from the rocky cliffs that overlook its expanse. If you're feeling adventurous, you can even take a dip and swim towards the enormous cave that lies nearby, or perhaps even take a leisurely stroll during low tide. I had the pleasure of exploring this cove during a lengthy hike through the surrounding cliffs, and it was just one of the many awe-inspiring sights that I encountered along the way.

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Liam Kessler

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This charming beach is a hidden gem that is often less crowded due to its slightly tricky accessibility and limited usability during high tide. The sand is consistently damp, making it an ideal spot for building sandcastles, and there is an awe-inspiring cave to discover for those seeking a break from sunbathing. During our two excursions, we were amazed by the crystal-clear waters, and it was evident from the numerous wetsuit-clad enthusiasts that this cove is also a great spot for diving and snorkeling. What more could one desire from a beach?

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Ariella Santoro

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Embarking on a boat ride through the cave and then taking a walk on the top is a must-do when visiting this beach. The views are truly breathtaking and will leave you in awe. Although there are some stairs leading down, they do not lead to the cave. The water color is simply stunning and allows you to see the bottom of the sea from the top of the cave. As you stroll along the footpath, be prepared to be amazed by the many awe-inspiring views. I highly recommend adding this beach to your bucket list and experiencing it for yourself one day.