What is the water and sand quality of the Ponta Ruiva Beach?

The coastline of Ponta Ruiva Beach is covered with brown 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Ponta Ruiva Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ponta Ruiva Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Ponta Ruiva Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing </li><li>Surfing</li></ul>Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball</li></ul>

Is the Ponta Ruiva Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Ponta Ruiva Beach is partially protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Ponta Ruiva Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Ponta Ruiva Beach 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Ponta Ruiva Beach 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>

What are the key audiences of Ponta Ruiva Beach?

Ponta Ruiva Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Beachgoers with pets</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ponta Ruiva Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ponta Ruiva Beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Carme_ Restaurant is the closest place located 4600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Ponta Ruiva Beach?

There are 266 places to stay in the Ponta Ruiva Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Ponta Ruiva Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1014701&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Vivenda Familia Pedro</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5558351&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beach Front Apartment 2</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6558587&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa do Barrudo</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3893694&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Casa da Vila</a></li></ul>

How far is the Ponta Ruiva Beach from parking?

The Ponta Ruiva Beach 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 and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Ponta Ruiva Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Ponta Ruiva Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Fort of Santo António de Belixe located in 4.7 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Ponta Ruiva Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Ponta Ruiva Beach 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?

Ponta Ruiva Beach (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.Ponta Ruiva Beach (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 Ponta Ruiva Beach with brown sand surface

Photo of Ponta Ruiva Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Ponta Ruiva Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Ponta Ruiva Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Photo of Ponta Ruiva Beach and its beautiful scenery

Ponta Ruiva Beach

Vila do Bispo, Portugal

#139 out of 152 in Algarve 9

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Brown sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Vale Santo • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Carme_ Restaurant

10 - Exceptional 4.3km

Restaurant Beliche Beach Bar - Sagres

8.6 - Excellent 4.4km

Bar Sagres Surf & Coffee

9.6 - Exceptional 5km

Restaurant Letzte Bratwurst vor Amerika

8.4 - Very good 5.1km

Restaurant Caravana de Fish and Chips

8.8 - Excellent 5.1km

Restaurant Escondidinho

8.6 - Excellent 5.6km

Restaurant Marisqueira Pardal - Fausto Manuel Pardal Oliveira

6 - Pleasant 5.7km

Restaurant Oliveirinha

9.2 - Excellent 5.7km

Cafe Cafe Zambujo // Casa da Moreia

8.8 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Fort of Santo António de Belixe

8.4 - Very good 4.3km

Tourist Attraction Pedra das Gaivotas

4.3km

Tourist Attraction Menhir of Padrão

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Tonel

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Baleeira (Sagres)

8.2 - Very good 6.8km

Tourist Attraction Cape Cruiser Lda

9.6 - Exceptional 7.2km

Tourist Attraction Prainha das Poças

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça

8.6 - Excellent 7.3km

Tourist Attraction Sagres Fortress

8.8 - Excellent 7.7km

Historical Landmark Farol do Cabo de São Vicente

5.2km

Historical Landmark Menir de Aspradantes

8.6km

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About

Ponta Ruiva Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 139th place out of 152 beaches in the Algarve region 91.8 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Vale Santo settlement, just 2.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

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 outside the settlement

Vale Santo • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Carme_ Restaurant

10 - Exceptional 4.3km

Restaurant Beliche Beach Bar - Sagres

8.6 - Excellent 4.4km

Bar Sagres Surf & Coffee

9.6 - Exceptional 5km

Restaurant Letzte Bratwurst vor Amerika

8.4 - Very good 5.1km

Restaurant Caravana de Fish and Chips

8.8 - Excellent 5.1km

Restaurant Escondidinho

8.6 - Excellent 5.6km

Restaurant Marisqueira Pardal - Fausto Manuel Pardal Oliveira

6 - Pleasant 5.7km

Restaurant Oliveirinha

9.2 - Excellent 5.7km

Cafe Cafe Zambujo // Casa da Moreia

8.8 - Excellent 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Fort of Santo António de Belixe

8.4 - Very good 4.3km

Tourist Attraction Pedra das Gaivotas

4.3km

Tourist Attraction Menhir of Padrão

6.6km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Tonel

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Baleeira (Sagres)

8.2 - Very good 6.8km

Tourist Attraction Cape Cruiser Lda

9.6 - Exceptional 7.2km

Tourist Attraction Prainha das Poças

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça

8.6 - Excellent 7.3km

Tourist Attraction Sagres Fortress

8.8 - Excellent 7.7km

Historical Landmark Farol do Cabo de São Vicente

5.2km

Historical Landmark Menir de Aspradantes

8.6km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.9km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Monte Bagao - Turismo Rural

Farm Stay

Raposeira • 2.9km from center

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4.2km from the beach

8.3 Very good

Vivenda Familia Pedro

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Raposeira • 5.1km from center

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4.5km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Beach Front Apartment 2

Entire Apartment

Vila do Bispo • 2.4km from center

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4.7km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

Villa do Barrudo

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Vale Santo • 5.9km from center

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4.9km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Casa da Vila

Entire Apartment

Raposeira • 6.2km from center

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5.1km from the beach

7.7 Very good

CASA DIAS

Homestay

Located at nearest locality

Vale Santo • 6.3km from center

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5.2km from the beach

9.6 Exceptional

Casa Flora T1 - Vila do Bispo

Entire House

Raposeira • 6.4km from center

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5.2km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Casa das Flores

Entire House

Raposeira • 6.3km from center

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5.2km from the beach

6.9 Good

Casa d'Amelia

Entire Apartment

Raposeira • 6.3km from center

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5.2km from the beach

8.1 Very good

Cantinho da Avo

Entire House

Raposeira • 6.4km from center

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5.3km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Casa da Madrinha

Entire House

Raposeira • 6.4km from center

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5.5km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Glamorous Cabin on a Farm

Chalet

Raposeira • 6.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.5 (Very good)

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8.4 Very good

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5.9 Pleasant

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7.4 Good

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7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Vale Santo • 2.1km

Main locality of province

Faro • 91.8km

Transport

Airport

PRM • 35km

Bus Station

Lagos Central Bus Station • 26km

Train Station

Lagos • 26.4km

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Marcela Schumann

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Ideal for surf enthusiasts, and even if you're not one, it's an incredibly serene place. The crystal-clear waters and stunning shoreline make for a picturesque beach experience.

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Nico Vellum

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

In my opinion, this is the finest beach in this area of Algarve, and it is easily accessible.

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Larissa Marquez

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

This beach located a few kilometers north of Cape St is an excellent spot for surfing. Additionally, it is easily accessible, making it a convenient location for beachgoers.

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Nevielle Michema

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is a fantastic spot for surfers, and it's easily accessible. The location is perfect for catching some great waves, and the convenience of getting there makes it even better. Overall, a great place to hit the surf.