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Vale do Lobo
Loule Velho
Loulé Velho
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About
Loule Velho is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 70th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 13.4 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Fonte Santa settlement, just 2.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is not crowded place during the season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.
Loule Velho coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Vale do Lobo, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Loule Velho is located in Algarve within Fonte Santa, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This beach may appear picturesque with its adjacent forest, but don't be fooled by its beauty. The lack of basic amenities such as showers and toilets makes it a nightmare for anyone looking to stay overnight. Camping may seem like a good idea, but the absence of these facilities will make your stay anything but comfortable."
Lena Marinkova
"The climate was delightful, and the beach was dotted with socially distanced clusters of people. The atmosphere was tranquil and serene, with a beautiful expanse of sandy beach that was slightly rocky near the waves."
Jeremy Rivers
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"This beach may appear picturesque with its adjacent forest, but don't be fooled by its beauty. The lack of basic amenities such as showers and toilets makes it a nightmare for anyone looking to stay overnight. Camping may seem like a good idea, but the absence of these facilities will make your stay anything but comfortable."
Lena Marinkova
"The climate was delightful, and the beach was dotted with socially distanced clusters of people. The atmosphere was tranquil and serene, with a beautiful expanse of sandy beach that was slightly rocky near the waves."
Jeremy Rivers
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What to do in Loule Velho? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Loule Velho is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Loule Velho welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- BJ's Oceanside• 10 min walk
- The Lounge Vale do L...• 15 min walk
- Spikes• 16 min walk
- U&Co. - Vale do Lobo• 17 min walk
Attractions
- Praia de Loulé Velho• 5 min walk
- Praia Filipa Chorond...• 18 min walk
- Praia do Zé• 23 min walk
- Praia Azul Quarteira• 25 min walk
Transport
- FAO• 10.9km
- Mare Viva - Paula Cr...• 2.5km
- Loule• 5.7km
Localities
- Fonte Santa• 2.3km
- Faro• 13.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Loule Velho?
The coastline of Loule Velho is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. 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 Loule Velho?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Loule Velho has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Loule Velho is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Loule Velho good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Loule Velho does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Loule Velho good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Loule Velho 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:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Loule Velho?
Loule Velho can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Wild camping lovers
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Loule Velho?
The bar is located right on the Loule Velho.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.BJ's Oceanside is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Loule Velho?
There are 3407 places to stay in the Loule Velho area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Loule Velho from parking?
The Loule Velho 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 Loule Velho?
There are 4 attractions near Loule Velho that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia de Loulé Velho located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Loule Velho?
The month with the highest temperature in Loule Velho 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. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Loule Velho (Algarve) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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