What is the water and sand quality of the Barranco do Martinho?

The Barranco do Martinho 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 Barranco do Martinho?

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

Is the Barranco do Martinho good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Barranco do Martinho is partially protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Barranco do Martinho for swimming is positive.

Is the Barranco do Martinho 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 sharp.

Is the Barranco do Martinho 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>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Barranco do Martinho?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Barranco do Martinho.There are 4 restaurants nearby.O Camilo is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Barranco do Martinho?

There are 3285 places to stay in the Barranco do Martinho area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Barranco do Martinho include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=260991&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Cascade Wellness Resort</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=38763&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Costa D Oiro Ambiance Village</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=39625&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Carvi Beach Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6786647&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">D09 - Porto de Mos Luxury Villa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2372135&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa Sousa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6754620&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sunset Condominium</a></li></ul>

How far is the Barranco do Martinho from parking?

The Barranco do Martinho has no parking spot and the path to beach is only for experienced travellers. Not recommended for children or senior people.

Are there any attractions nearby Barranco do Martinho?

There are 4 attractions near Barranco do Martinho that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Miradouro da Ponta da Piedade located in 0.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Barranco do Martinho?

The month with the highest temperature in Barranco do Martinho 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?

Barranco do Martinho (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.Barranco do Martinho (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 Barranco do Martinho with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Barranco do Martinho with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Barranco do Martinho with small bay

Photo of Barranco do Martinho with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Barranco do Martinho and the settlement

Photo of Barranco do Martinho surrounded by mountains

Barranco do Martinho

Lagos, Portugal

8.4

#30 out of 152 in Algarve 40

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

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Located within the settlement

Lagos • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque Infantil São João

8.6km

Playground Parque Infantil do Castelo de Alvor

8.7km

Hiking Area Passadiços da Ponta da Piedade

260m

Hiking Area Miradouro Lagos - São Gonçalo de Lagos, Portugalia

340m

Park Naturist BEACH clothing optional

560m

Hiking Area Ponta de Piedade Boardwalk Endpoint

750m

Hiking Area Ponta da Piedade Walkway Entry

1km

Park Parque da Cidade de Lagos

1.7km

Park Meia Praia

3.3km

Hiking Area Passadiços de Lagos

3.7km

Park Animal farm

6.2km

Restaurant O Camilo

8.6 - Excellent 620m

Restaurant Cascade Wellness Resort

9.2 - Excellent 720m

Restaurant Boutique Hotel Vivenda Miranda

9 - Excellent 950m

Cafe Cafe - Pasteleria Gartenzwerg

1km

Cafe Café Praia Dona Ana

9.6 - Exceptional 1km

Bar Repolho Gastrobar & Garrafeira

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Restaurante Onda Norte

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Cafe Sunrays kitchen

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Cafe Snack-Bar Girassol

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Supermarket Supermercado SuperEureka

1.3km

Supermarket Minimercado Familiar

1.6km

Supermarket Supermercado Danini

2.1km

Supermarket Kohinoor

2.2km

Supermarket Loja Chinesa

2.2km

Supermarket Spar

2.2km

Ice Cream Shop GeIícia - Italian Gelato - Lagos

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Supermarket Spar

2.4km

Supermarket Mini Mix

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Miradouro da Ponta da Piedade

9.8 - Exceptional 300m

Tourist Attraction Ponta da Piedade

9.6 - Exceptional 330m

Tourist Attraction Praia da Boneca

730m

Tourist Attraction Kayaking and snorkeling

9.2 - Excellent 810m

Tourist Attraction Praia Dona Ana

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Pinhão

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Baía dos Segredos

8 - Very good 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Batata

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Kayak Explorers

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Historical Landmark Farol da Ponta da Piedade

210m

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About

Barranco do Martinho is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 30th place out of 152 beaches in the Algarve region 66 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Lagos settlement, just 2.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +15 ^o C

Air temperature

6.2 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Lagos • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Playground Parque Infantil São João

8.6km

Playground Parque Infantil do Castelo de Alvor

8.7km

Hiking Area Passadiços da Ponta da Piedade

260m

Hiking Area Miradouro Lagos - São Gonçalo de Lagos, Portugalia

340m

Park Naturist BEACH clothing optional

560m

Hiking Area Ponta de Piedade Boardwalk Endpoint

750m

Hiking Area Ponta da Piedade Walkway Entry

1km

Park Parque da Cidade de Lagos

1.7km

Park Meia Praia

3.3km

Hiking Area Passadiços de Lagos

3.7km

Park Animal farm

6.2km

Restaurant O Camilo

8.6 - Excellent 620m

Restaurant Cascade Wellness Resort

9.2 - Excellent 720m

Restaurant Boutique Hotel Vivenda Miranda

9 - Excellent 950m

Cafe Cafe - Pasteleria Gartenzwerg

1km

Cafe Café Praia Dona Ana

9.6 - Exceptional 1km

Bar Repolho Gastrobar & Garrafeira

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Restaurante Onda Norte

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Cafe Sunrays kitchen

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Cafe Snack-Bar Girassol

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Supermarket Supermercado SuperEureka

1.3km

Supermarket Minimercado Familiar

1.6km

Supermarket Supermercado Danini

2.1km

Supermarket Kohinoor

2.2km

Supermarket Loja Chinesa

2.2km

Supermarket Spar

2.2km

Ice Cream Shop GeIícia - Italian Gelato - Lagos

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Supermarket Spar

2.4km

Supermarket Mini Mix

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Miradouro da Ponta da Piedade

9.8 - Exceptional 300m

Tourist Attraction Ponta da Piedade

9.6 - Exceptional 330m

Tourist Attraction Praia da Boneca

730m

Tourist Attraction Kayaking and snorkeling

9.2 - Excellent 810m

Tourist Attraction Praia Dona Ana

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Pinhão

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Baía dos Segredos

8 - Very good 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Batata

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Kayak Explorers

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Historical Landmark Farol da Ponta da Piedade

210m

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

480m from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Sunset Condominium

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Lagos • 1.7km from center

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700m from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Cascade Wellness Resort

Resort

Espiche • 1.7km from center

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800m from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Casa Canavial

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Lagos • 1.8km from center

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Well Located Apartment | Vila Ancora | Porto de Mós

800m from the beach

9 Excellent

Well Located Apartment | Vila Ancora | Porto de Mós

Entire Apartment

Espiche • 1.4km from center

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800m from the beach

9.8 Exceptional

3 Bed Apartment in Lagos

Entire Apartment

Espiche • 1.4km from center

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Holiday Apartment in Vila Ancora Lagos, Close to Praia Dona Ana

840m from the beach

7.5 Very good

Holiday Apartment in Vila Ancora Lagos, Close to Praia Dona Ana

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Lagos • 1.4km from center

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840m from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Costa D Oiro Ambiance Village

Hotel

Espiche • 1.3km from center

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1km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Casa Sousa

Entire House

Espiche • 1.4km from center

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1.1km from the beach

8.2 Very good

Carvi Beach Hotel

Hotel

Espiche • 1.1km from center

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1.1km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Dona Ana Beach - Dream Flat

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Lagos • 1km from center

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1.1km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

VIVENDA JOHANNA

Serviced Apartment

Espiche • 2km from center

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1.2km from the beach

8.5 Excellent

D09 - Porto de Mos Luxury Villa

Entire House

Espiche • 1.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

460m 6 min walk

Praia da Balanca

7.5 Very good

670m 9 min walk

Praia do Canavial

7.8 Very good

Popular beach 740m 10 min walk

Camilo Beach Praia do Camilo

8.2 Very good

1.1km 15 min walk

Praia de Dona Ana

8.3 Very good

1.4km 19 min walk

Praia de Porto de Mos

8.4 Very good

1.5km 20 min walk

Praia do Pinhao

7.8 Very good

1.7km 22 min walk

Praia dos Estudantes

7.4 Good

1.8km 24 min walk

Miradouro Praia da Batata

7.4 Good

Localities

Nearest

Lagos • 2.1km

Main locality of province

Faro • 66km

Transport

Airport

PRM • 10.8km

Bus Station

Lagos Central Bus Station • 2.8km

Train Station

Lagos • 2.9km

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8.4 Very good

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Saren Frazao

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach with a climb that begins at a wooden platform. Although not particularly challenging, it is advised to wear appropriate footwear. The beach itself is stunning and has an air of exclusivity. The sand is immaculate and the water is crystal clear, making it a truly remarkable destination.

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Kaiya Patel

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely delightful and not overly crowded, most likely because it requires a bit of effort to reach. The descent to the beach is steep, but once you arrive, you'll discover lovely little caverns to relax in the shade. However, it's important to keep a safe distance from the walls as stones may occasionally fall, but don't worry, the caves provide ample protection.

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Nikitas Papadopoulos

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is truly breathtaking! But, as many others have mentioned, there is a bit of a descent that requires a bit of agility. While it's manageable in athletic shoes, I wouldn't advise trying it in flip-flops or sandals unless you're confident in your rock-climbing skills - there are no safety ropes to rely on!

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Nico Vellum

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This petite beach nestled close to the Benagil caves is absolutely charming, but be prepared for a bit of a descent to reach it. It's important to note that there's no shade available, nor are there any huts to rent. If you plan on spending some time here, make sure to bring your own sun protection. The water near the shore can be a bit slimy due to algae growth, and there are quite a few rocks scattered along the water's edge. Despite these minor inconveniences, this beach is a delightful spot to unwind and soak up the sun on a warm summer day.

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Zane Keller

Novice Beachgoer • 1 month ago

10 Exceptional

The path leading to the beach is quite challenging to navigate. It is steep, narrow, and poses a slight risk to those who are not confident in their footing. To aid in locating the entrance, I have included photos for reference. After disembarking from the wooden walkway, follow the slender trail downwards. However, once you arrive, the beach is a sight to behold. It is a serene and secluded paradise, surrounded by natural beauty. The only downside is the occasional interruption by groups of kayakers, which can disrupt the peaceful atmosphere.