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Praia dos Alemaes
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Praia dos Alemaes is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 18th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 28.2 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Albufeira settlement, just 0.8 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 fine 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 partially crowded during the high season.
Praia dos Alemaes 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. This area has also a water park in the sea with various inflatable toys which constitute excellent activities for parents and children. 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.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
13 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia dos Pescadores, which has a rating of 8.8.
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Praia dos Alemaes is located in Algarve within Albufeira, 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
"Previously utilized by fishermen to dock their boats during high tides, this stunning beach has now become the primary location for swimming in front of Old Town Albufeira."
Ren Klope
"The beach is lovely and conveniently located near the town center, which is surrounded by plenty of shops. The food and drinks are fantastic, and one of the highlights for me is the availability of beer vendors on the beach. 👌"
Nico Silva.
User reviews
"Previously utilized by fishermen to dock their boats during high tides, this stunning beach has now become the primary location for swimming in front of Old Town Albufeira."
Ren Klope
"The beach is lovely and conveniently located near the town center, which is surrounded by plenty of shops. The food and drinks are fantastic, and one of the highlights for me is the availability of beer vendors on the beach. 👌"
Nico Silva.
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Restaurants
- Pastelaria Ruana• 5 min walk
- Inatel Cafetaria• 6 min walk
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Attractions
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- Albufeira - Ferreira...• 4.9km
Localities
- Albufeira• 850m
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia dos Alemaes?
The Praia dos Alemaes is covered with brown fine 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 also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Praia dos Alemaes?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Praia dos Alemaes has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Praia dos Alemaes 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.
Praia dos Alemaes 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 Praia dos Alemaes 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Praia dos Alemaes 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:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Praia dos Alemaes?
Praia dos Alemaes can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia dos Alemaes?
The bar is located right on the Praia dos Alemaes.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Pastelaria Ruana is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia dos Alemaes?
There are 6048 places to stay in the Praia dos Alemaes area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia dos Alemaes include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Praia dos Alemaes from parking?
The Praia dos Alemaes 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 Praia dos Alemaes?
There are 4 attractions near Praia dos Alemaes that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Galeria Municipal de Albufeira located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia dos Alemaes?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia dos Alemaes 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?
Praia dos Alemaes (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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