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Vale do Olival
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About
Vale do Olival is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 82th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 39.9 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Armacao de Pera settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and brown fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Vale do Olival 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, sup-surfing.
Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
18 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia Nova, which has a rating of 8.7.
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+25
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+11
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4.7
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Key features
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Vale do Olival is located in Algarve within Armacao de Pera, 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
"The beach is lovely and well-maintained, with fine brown sand that adds to its charm."
GIRAFFE LIONE
"The beach is absolutely stunning, with its picturesque cliffs and breathtaking views. The beach cafes are also fantastic and offer great value for money. It's definitely worth checking out, especially considering the fine, brown sand that covers the beach."
Shayla Foggy
User reviews
"The beach is lovely and well-maintained, with fine brown sand that adds to its charm."
GIRAFFE LIONE
"The beach is absolutely stunning, with its picturesque cliffs and breathtaking views. The beach cafes are also fantastic and offer great value for money. It's definitely worth checking out, especially considering the fine, brown sand that covers the beach."
Shayla Foggy
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Porches 4 km
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Porches 4.2 km
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Carvoeiro 3.7 km
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Vale Rabelho 2.2 km
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Carvoeiro 0.1 km
What to do in Vale do Olival? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Vale do Olival can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Calixtos Beach Bar &...• 1 min walk
- Olivalmar• 3 min walk
- Pateo das Pizzas• 4 min walk
- Casa Gino Pizza• 4 min walk
Attractions
- Praia dos Abracinhos• 6 min walk
- Praia de Armação de...• 9 min walk
- Gruta da Cova Redond...• 11 min walk
- DiveSpot - Dive cent...• 14 min walk
Transport
- PRM• 19.7km
- Serafim Dos Santos H...• 13 min walk
- Poco Barreto• 7.1km
Localities
- Armacao de Pera• 790m
- Faro• 39.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Vale do Olival?
The Vale do Olival is covered with brown fine sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. 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 Vale do Olival?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Vale do Olival has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Vale do Olival is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Vale do Olival good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Vale do Olival 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 Vale do Olival for swimming is positive.
Is the Vale do Olival 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 sharp.
Is the Vale do Olival 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Vale do Olival?
The bar is located right on the Vale do Olival.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Calixtos Beach Bar & Restaurant is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Vale do Olival?
There are 3745 places to stay in the Vale do Olival area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Vale do Olival from parking?
The Vale do Olival has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Vale do Olival?
There are 4 attractions near Vale do Olival that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia dos Abracinhos located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Vale do Olival?
The month with the highest temperature in Vale do Olival 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?
Vale do Olival (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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