Having been in many regions of Portugal, I can note that the regions of this small country Really different: in architecture, mood and even climatic belts. Conditionally can be divided by Portugal to the north, south, the metropolitan region, the central part of the country and the island - Azores and Madeira. Resorts in different parts of the country are quite diverse.
They can be divided into beach, thermal, ski and diving resorts.
Algarve, Madeira, Lisbon Riviera: Beach Resorts
In Portugal, as it is easy to see, many medieval cities, historical monuments and architecture, but the lion's share of holidaymakers come here for the sun and the sea. Beach resorts near tourists are traditionally in the first place.
It can be seen by the number of pale Germans, Swedes and other North European tourists who come to the sea in April. The country's coast extends almost 2 thousand kilometers. The ability to relax the most diverse and for every taste: for active and passive restFor lovers of water parks, diving, surfing, water skiing and fishing.
Algarve
This region is an absolute leader in popularity among tourists who come for the sake of beach holidays. Unlike the rest of the continental part of Portugal, the climate is not a Mediterranean climate, but subtropical. Here is significantly warmer by 3-7 degrees. In winter, the temperature does not fall below 15 degrees, often about 20, and in the summer in July and August the air warms up to 35-40. 
In my opinion, local beaches Cannot be confused with anything else! Algarve is the riot of paints. Sand here are bright yellow, the ocean is very bright shades of azure, in the whole region round year Lemon and orange gardens bloom. Beaches are different here. In the West, they are rocky, with bizarre "cheese" holes in grottoes, and in the east - sandy. 
One of best beaches In my opinion, Praia Da Rocha in my opinion (Praia da Rocha) in Pratimao. Before you visit, I looked at very bright photos on the Internet and thought that they were changed by filters, there were paint colors so saturated. However, it turned out that nature here is actually such. Sand on this beach is yellow-gold color, and the ocean plays all the shades of blue and green.
Around Massa resort hotels, some are directly located sea Shore. Prices for accommodation begins on average from 60-80 euros per day, depending on the season. Tourists offer walks on boats and yachts, fishing, a variety of water sports. The beach is very clean and comfortable. From the unpleasant moments - all the sun beds and umbrellas on it are paid. 
Tourist season in Algarve all year round. Even in winter, when it is already cold, tourists come for the sake sea walking and tan. By the way, the price of housing prices are income on average by 30 percent. Here on Easter holidays, in April, the Portuguese themselves rushed from all over the country, tired of the rainy season. And since May, a high season begins in Algarve. 
At first I was very surprised that there were record many golf courses, as well as specialized resorts for lovers of this game. It turned out to be the fact that Algarve is literally occupied by the British, who live here as tourists or permanent residents. British, as you know, are fans of this sport. 
Lisbon Riviera
This is the area of \u200b\u200bthe ocean coast, located in an hour's drive from the city. According to my observations, the most popular are beach areas - and Estoril. Here is the large accumulation of resort hotels. Almost all the beaches are very compact here and the closer to Cascais and further from the city, the more beautiful, the ocean becomes azure and more transparent. 
Lovers calm holiday Like Portinho da Arrábida Beach (Portinho Da Arrábida). It is located in a quiet bay, not far from Lisbon, on the other side of the lead river. The place is famous for its oceanographic museum and the best fish restaurants in this area. There are only a few resort hotels, prices for them are relatively low, start from 60 euros.
One of the most beautiful beaches Near Lisbon is considered to be Gincho (Praia Do Guincho). The world championships and international spectacular windsurfing competition are held here. Local residents Love the place for clean water and sand. Hotels here are quite expensive, prices begin from 90 euros.
Madeira
Madeira is the Portuguese archipelago located in the middle of the ocean. He is volcanic origin, so, strictly speaking, there are no beaches here, except for pebble.
However, it is worth mentioning unique beach Calcheta (Calheta) with sand, which is brought here specifically from. This is a calm, peaceful place, protected from sea winds and weather impact of the breakwater.
The cost of the rooms at this resort is record high, in the season from 130-150 euros per room. In general, on Madeira there are enough resort hotels with private pools and rocky outers to the ocean. In terms of cost, you can compare with hotels in. In high season, the cost of the day of stay in the hotel's luxury hotels begins from 100 euros. 
Many resorts offer an exit to the sea on pleasure yacht, water skiing, surfing and diverse diving programs for beginners and advanced plavers.
Algarve, Azores: Diving Resorts
Options for divers in Portugal set, as well as picturesque and interesting places At the coast.
Algarve
For example, the unique grottoes that I have already mentioned, where the old warships of the Second World War are flooded specifically for athletes. The authorities of the region say that in a short time at this place an independent park will appear for dinner lovers. 
For beginners there are schools here, in which you can master the immersion in the sea bumps from scratch.
Azores
Azores are very popular among diving and seaside fishing lovers. This is an archipelago in the ocean, not far from Madeira.
The fact is that near these islands as anywhere reigns a variety of sea fauna. You can meet whales, dolphins or such rare marine inhabitants like parrot fish and so on.
North Portugal: Thermal Resorts
Judging by the reviews of my acquaintances in Portugal, Russian tourists love resorts with hot and healing thermal waters. Among the most sought-after - Caldas de Saude and Shavis. Usually, together with wellness procedures, customers offer additional services.
Sweather Resort (Termas de Chaves)
This resort in the north of the country, two steps from the border with Spain, is known since the times of the ancient Romans. Water-saturated water local sources, they say, eliminates problems with extra weight, and also people suffering from diabetes and hypertension come here.
Tourists appreciate the thermal pools not only for therapeutic properties, but also for relatively low prices. A day stay in hotels of this resort is 40 euros.
Caldash de Sauda (Termas Das Caldas Da Saúde)
Resort to the north of the country, not far from the city. It is famous not only to the healing properties of hot springs, but also the painting of places. Spa centers specialize in the treatment of various diseases of the joints, also the respiratory system.
All guests are available wraps and a wide range of procedures. In addition to therapeutic products, they offer cosmetic procedures. Prices per night accommodation start from 50 euros.
Monshik (Termal Das Caldas de Monchique)
This is enough large resortconsisting of rustic houses, foad and pool under open sky. The complex is located near the National Park Serra de Monoshik. Vacationers offer a variety of spa treatments, as well as opportunities for active rest, for example, tour of mountain biking in the surrounding area.
The ocean from the resort is far enough, 20 kilometers away. The day at this resort is 50-80 euros depending on the season.
Serra da Estela: Ski Resort
I was in the mountains of Serra da Esterela, on the slopes of which is the only ski resort, in April. Honestly, the Portuguese mountains were not impressed with me. The slopes seemed to me very gentle, and the mountain is low, its most high Point - 1993 meters. Of course, by virtue of low height and relief, Portuguese resorts are not impressive and can hardly compete with neighboring French or Spanish.
However, they differ in relatively affordable prices and low cost of hotels. The cost of living here starts from 20 euros per day. The cost of skit-pass for one person - 25 euros per day or for 100 euros you can buy a subscription for 6 days. On the mountain slopes, there are 9 trails for mountain Ski and snowboards, both for beginners and professionals. For the latter, a special track on an artificial slope is equipped.
Finally
In general, the Portuguese resorts, except for the ski, are quite varied and provide guests really wide additional services. And a big plus is that rest prices in this country are sometimes lower than in neighboring Italian or Spanish resorts.
Mild climate, a large number of Attractions and fascinating excursion tours Every year a huge number of holidaymakers from around the world in Portugal. Of course, the main thing tourist area In the country - beach holidays. Two main regions where comfortable Portuguese beaches are located - the Algarve region and Lisbon Riviera. It is here that the most comfortable places for tourists are concentrated and active leisure. We have collected the best places in the ocean in Portugal, where you can fully enjoy the comfort, beautiful weather and service.
Climate at the resorts of Portugal - when to go to rest?
The popularity of Portuguese resorts is primarily due to climatic features - a mild winter, a non-fit summer, the absence of sharp temperature differences throughout the year.
Weather in Lisbon A full-fledged beach season begins in the first half of June. On the Lisbon Riviera, the daily temperature reaches +25 ° C, and water to +18 ° C, in the province of Algarve +26 ° C and +20 ° C, respectively. In the middle of summer, in peak tourist season The maximum air temperature is +27 degrees, and the ocean is +19 ° C near Lisbon; In the south of Portugal, air heats up to +29 ° C, water to + 21 ° C.
In early September, comes the Velvet season - The daily temperature drops to +26 degrees. Water temperature B. Atlantic Ocean In Portugal, at this time of year, it remains quite comfortable for swimming - +23 degrees (in the Algarve) and + 19 ° C in the west of the country.
Temperature in Algarve In October, the rainy season begins gradually, more and more often in the morning there are fogs, although the day is quite warm - +24 degrees. This time in Portugal can be devoted to trips on excursions and sightseeing. October - It's time to seek where the resorts of Portugal on the ocean are cheaper, since accommodation prices are reduced.
Resorts of the province of Algarve
This is the most southern Province Portugal with picturesque nature and rich historical and architectural heritage. In the West, the province prevails rocky shore, in the east Algarve coastline is predominantly flat.
Good to know! The best months for relaxing on the ocean in Portugal - August and September.
Most of the province of Algarve is reserved zonecome here to visit nature ParkWhere in vivo live flamingos. Conditions have been created for sports - there are fields for golf, diving and surfing centers. To relax with children, you can also find everything you need - water parks, sea shows, yacht walks, visits to grottoes, lighthouses, exciting excursions.
The length of the coastline of the province of the Algarve is about 200 km. Today, Algarve in Portugal is the resorts with good beacheswhich are included in the list best places Rest in Europe. Many Algarve hotels have their own green zonewhere you can comfortably relax.
If we compare the resorts of the Algarve province with resting places in the Lisbon Riviera, the following differences can be distinguished:
- The ocean in Portugal in the Algarve region is warmer.
- Tourist infrastructure and Algarve is more developed.
- Get more difficult, longer and more expensive.
Albufeira
Once Albufeira was a small fishing village, and today it is one of best resorts In Portugal and a great place to relax. In the central part of the city, life does not subside even at night. On the local market you can buy a wide variety of fish and seafood, caught on the same day.
The resort is surrounded by pine trees, orange groves. It employs a large number of discos, cafes, restaurants, you can go diving, ride a sailboat.
In the vicinity of Albufeira there are about two dozen beaches, some are marked by the blue flag for the purity of the coastline and the ocean. Here comes a huge number of tourists. The city is very beautiful, small, with a rich history.
Beach Peshkadadsh Interesting fact! The name of the resort in translation means - castle by the sea.
Of course, the main reason for traveling to Albufeir is a wonderful shore, a developed infrastructure. The best place to rest is in the penny, his second name is a tunnel beach. It is in the old part of the city to get to the ocean, you need to go through the tunnel in the rocks.
The most extended coastline in the city feature is Fisherman's Beach. Many cafes and taverns, where you can order delicious fish dishes. Many boats moored, vacationers can rent any and enjoy the journey through the ocean.
Beach San Rafael. A few kilometers from the city center there is San Rafael Beach. This place attracts tourists with cliffs of bizarre forms, the shore resembles the surface of a distant planet. Here you can make the best pictures among numerous grots and rocks formed by sandstone. This is an ideal place for underwater swimming.
Another holiday destination Albufeira, which entered the list of the best in Europe - Falezia. It is surrounded by red rocks. If you like a measured rest - this part of the algarve with small, white sand and pine forest It is perfect for you.
Praia da Oura is located next to the part of Albufeira, there are many discos, life is boiling even at night. The sandy bank is picturesquely decorated with sheer cliffs of bizarre color.
Distinctive features of the resort of Albufeira
- Beautiful cityFor which it is pleasant to walk for hours.
- Tourist infrastructure is well developed: a large selection of cafes, restaurants, entertainment.
- The central beach is large, comfortable, but crowded.
- It is convenient to get from Lisbon and Faro airports - buses ride regularly and often.
- Rest on the ocean in Portugal in the resort of Albufeira is the most expensive in the Algarve region - all listed pluses are affected by prices, the demand for housing is high.
Portimao
The resort is located 66 km from the capital Algarve. In fact, the resort is divided into 2 parts - Old city With historical buildings and attractions, but then from the beach and the new district - Praia da Roche - directly at the ocean. The latter is the most hotels and the entire infrastructure necessary for tourists is concentrated.
The journey to Portimau is not limited to the beach holiday, there are excellent conditions for sports - golf, diving, windsurfing, yachting, deep-sea fishing.
Undoubtedly, the main attraction of the resort is Praia da Rocha. This place is included in and places to relax in Portugal. Wooden tracks are laid along the whole shore, there are canopy for dressing and showers (in a cafe). Another popular Three Castle Beach Beach is near, he is separated from Praia da Rocha Rock.
Prices in Portimao
Along the ocean, many hotels from three-star to luxury five-star. Two rooms at the mid-level hotel will cost 70 to 110 €.
Interesting fact! Main landmark - Arrays of rocks, with vertices of which offers a picturesque view of the resort Portimao.
Lunch in the cafe in the high season will cost 8.50 €, in the restaurant - 30 € (for two persons). Snack "Burger + Drink" costs 6 €.
The advantages and disadvantages of the city
- The tourist infrastructure is well developed - there is everything for a comfortable stay.
- Picturesque rocks and a huge beach, where there is enough space to everyone even in a high season.
- Waves are almost always big, not the best place to relax with young children.
- Getting from the airport of the capital of Portugal is easy, but longer than in Albufeir (all buses are driving through it).
- It is convenient to visit the neighboring cities and natural attractions in the Algarve region, in any direction the road does not take much time.
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Alvore
Resort fishing village, located 5 km from Portimau. Nearby is the National Reserve Zone Ria de Alvor. In natural conditions, a huge number of birds live, and exotic plant species grow on the embankment. For admirers of outdoor activities, a golf course is equipped. Sandy shore is located in a kilometer from the center of the resort.
Interesting fact! The town is small, attractions here are not enough, because after the earthquake in 1755 the village was completely destroyed.
Beaches of Alvora
The main part of the coastline passes along a wide barrier, which seggests the place of rest from the ocean. In Alvor, an exceptionally sandy shore, where children love to play. Comfortable conditions have been created for vacationers - there are sun beds, umbrellas, changing cabins, you can rent equipment for water sports or rent catamaran or yacht. Going to sunbathing into this part of the beach Alvore, food and water must be taken with you - next to buy it will be nowhere. You can get from the city to the beach you can walk. Nearby there is parking.
Good to know! Alvore is a favorite vacation spot not only tourists, but also in the residents of Portugal.
Beach of three brothers The beach of three brothers is located in the eastern part of Alvore Beach. The resting place is surrounded by three cliffs, it was they gave the name of the sights. This part of the resort is the hotel complexes. There is also everything you need for a comfortable stay.
The cost of the double room in the three-star hotel in the summer months varies from 120 to 300 €. The apartments can be removed for 85-100 €.
Food in cafes and restaurants will cost approximately the same amount as elsewhere on the Algarve coast.
Distinctive features
- In comparison with other places of rest on the ocean in Portugal, the resort of Alvora is less picturesque - there are no sheer rocks, and the beach has a large wasteland.
- Here, as a rule, the calm ocean without waves is the best place to relax with children.
- The choice of housing is not very large, the most profitable options are booking for several months.
- The resort is small, everything you can get around the day.
Lagoa
The resort is located in the east of Portiman. Here beautiful nature, quiet and calm, many interesting places for lovers of history and architecture.
Not far from Lagoa there are cultural attractions, you can engage water species Sports, visit Spa salons and go through cosmetic procedures. Tourist infrastructure is well developed, so tourists come from all over the world in Lagoa.
Good to know! Lagoa is a great place in Portugal, where beach holidays can be combined with sightseeing and play sports.
In summer, accommodation in the double room of the mid-level hotel will cost 68 to 120 €. Prices for food are not particularly different from neighboring Portimao and Albufeira.
Best beach holidays in Lagoa
Praia de Benagil.
The small portion of Praia de Benagil is notable for a large cluster of holidaymakers and travel to caves. From the shore, a boat departs every 30 minutes, which takes tourists to the caves, the largest is 150 meters from the beach. To get independently you can rent kayak or kayak.
Good to know! Get it more difficult to get here than to other places of recreation.
Praia da Marinha.
Among the resorts on the ocean in Portugal, Marino is considered the most picturesque and an unusual place. It has repeatedly honored the highest international awards. He is one of the most picturesque places World. The landscape on the beach is reminded by the Martian landscape, but it is difficult to go down to the shore, so it will not work for rest with children. To get to the water, you need to go down the steps and go through spiny shrubs.
It is important! The only way here is a car, you can leave transportation in the parking lot, there is also a pointer here, which will help you reach the shore.
To make plenty of love with the beauties of Marino, it is best to buy a tour of the boat.
Characteristics of Lagoa
- It has picturesque rocks, bays and beaches.
- The beaches are small in size, but very popular among tourists, the high season is overflowing.
- Good transport accessibility And the infrastructure is developed.
- For historical attractions it is better to go to neighboring settlements.
- In general, Lagoa is one of the best places in terms of price / quality ratio.
Lagush
One of the most vintage cities located on the banks of the River Bensafrine. It is nice to walk a narrow, cobbled streets, sit in small courtyards and climb on the fortress walls surrounding the city. Lagush right enters the list beautiful places Portugal, coming here not only to relax on the shore, but also visit interesting sights.
It is important! Resting with children in this part of Portugal is not very convenient, as the road to the ocean is complex.
2. Meia Praia.
Not typical of Portugal Coast, there is extremely sand and ocean. A large cluster of tourists does not happen, and the length of the coastline is about 5 km. Tourist infrastructure is sufficiently developed - there are sun beds, umbrellas, capping cabins. The distance from the city center is only 1.5 km away.
3. Camilo Beach.
The place is beautiful, but crowded, the interest of tourists is quite obvious, because it is incredibly beautiful here. On the shore there are sun beds, umbrellas, cafes, toilets. The distance from the city center is 10 km, so live better in the hotel near the beach.
4. Praia Do Porto De Mos
It is spacious and calm here, this is a wonderful place to relax. The ocean is almost always calm, because the territory is fenced with cliffs. On the shores there are enough chairs and umbrellas, installed cabins for dressing up, you can leave the car in the parking lot. There is also a cafe and comfortable terraces, from where you can admire picturesque landscapes. The distance from the city center of about 3 km.
No less attractive for tourists Lisbon Riviera, however, it is worth noting that the water in this part of Portugal is cooler than in the south of the country, and the hottest month - August - the temperature of the ocean does not exceed 19 ° C.
Prices for food here are slightly lower than in the Algarve province:
- lunch in the cafe - 8 €;
- lunch for two in a restaurant - 26 €;
- you can eat options for 5.50 €.
It is important! The main places of recreation are concentrated at a distance of 15-20 km from Lisbon and form the Lisbon Rivier - this is the territory from the Cape Roca to the mouth of the Tejo River.
