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Barranco das Belharucas
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About
Barranco das Belharucas is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 33th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 23.6 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Olhos de Agua settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and brown fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, families with children, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Barranco das Belharucas 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 easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
9 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da falesia, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Beach overall scores
Barranco das Belharucas is located in Algarve within Olhos de Agua, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
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 is absolutely stunning with crystal clear waters that are shallow enough for safe swimming. The abundance of sunshades provide ample shade for those looking to escape the sun's rays. Additionally, the view from the top of the cliffs is simply breathtaking and worth the climb."
Naveen Kumar
"This picturesque beach offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing day in the sun. For Pine Cliffs residents, the complimentary umbrellas provide much-needed shade during the scorching heat. This family-friendly beach boasts calm waters, making it an ideal spot for children to safely splash around. The gentle waves create a soothing ambiance, allowing vis..."
Zac T.
User reviews
"This beach is absolutely stunning with crystal clear waters that are shallow enough for safe swimming. The abundance of sunshades provide ample shade for those looking to escape the sun's rays. Additionally, the view from the top of the cliffs is simply breathtaking and worth the climb."
Naveen Kumar
"This picturesque beach offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing day in the sun. For Pine Cliffs residents, the complimentary umbrellas provide much-needed shade during the scorching heat. This family-friendly beach boasts calm waters, making it an ideal spot for children to safely splash around. The gentle waves create a soothing ambiance, allowing vis..."
Zac T.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurante O Golfin...• 1 min walk
- Restaurante Il Basil...• 3 min walk
- Maré at Pine Cliffs• 5 min walk
- Mirador Champagne Ba...• 6 min walk
Attractions
- Olheiros de Água Doc...• 6 min walk
- Praia da Falésia• 20 min walk
- Açude do Moleiro• 2.8km
- Praia do Poço Velho• 3.2km
Transport
- FAO• 21.1km
- Albufeira• 5.5km
- Boliqueime• 4.5km
Localities
- Olhos de Agua• 1km
- Faro• 23.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Barranco das Belharucas?
The Barranco das Belharucas is covered with brown fine sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Barranco das Belharucas?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Barranco das Belharucas has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Barranco das Belharucas good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Barranco das Belharucas 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. So the overall recommendation of the Barranco das Belharucas for swimming is positive.
Is the Barranco das Belharucas good for families?
Yes, the Barranco das Belharucas is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Barranco das Belharucas secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Barranco das Belharucas?
Barranco das Belharucas can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Families with children
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Barranco das Belharucas?
The bar is located right on the Barranco das Belharucas.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante O Golfinho is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Barranco das Belharucas?
There are 6184 places to stay in the Barranco das Belharucas area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Barranco das Belharucas from parking?
The Barranco das Belharucas 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 Barranco das Belharucas?
There are 4 attractions near Barranco das Belharucas that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Olheiros de Água Doce located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Barranco das Belharucas?
The month with the highest temperature in Barranco das Belharucas 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?
Barranco das Belharucas (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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