Portimão

The Arade River meets the Atlantic Ocean at the town of Portimão in the Algarve, Portugal’s southernmost region. Here sandstone cliffs and striking rock formations frame the shorelines, and golf courses are as plentiful as the beaches. The long stretch of golden sand known as Praia da Rocha offers parasailing, kayaking and other watersports. Along the riverfront promenade, open-air eateries serve the local specialty of freshly grilled sardines, and you can learn about Portimão’s history as a fishing port in the award-winning museum housed in a former cannery.

The Rio Arade meets the Atlantic at Portimão, a fishing port and popular watersports destination on Portugal’s beautiful Algarve. The city’s charm is best experienced along the river, where the old fishermen’s quarter and pretty, fountain-splashed squares invite leisurely strolls. Alternatively, take a walk at Rocha beach, where medieval ruins stand guard over the sands, or stroll along the boardwalk at Praia do Alvo. Head west to discover the former provincial capital of Lagos, or make your way to Silves, where you’ll find a stunning fairy tale castle.

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