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Malhada do Baraco beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 5th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 42.8 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Porches settlement, just 4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a small bay 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Malhada do Baraco beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, sun umbrellas. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.
21 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia Nova, which has a rating of 8.7.
Malhada do Baraco beach is located in Algarve within Porches, 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.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand
Carvoeiro 4.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise water
Acoteias 1.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Lagos 1.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Ilha de Faro 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand
Porches 4.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Brown fine sand
Armacao de Pera 3.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand
Armacao de Pera 2.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand
Armacao de Pera 2.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Carvoeiro 3.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Carvoeiro 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Vale Rabelho 2.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Portimao 2.4 km
What to do in Malhada do Baraco beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Malhada do Baraco beach 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!
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Malhada do Baraco beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Malhada do Baraco beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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The Malhada do Baraco beach 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.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Malhada do Baraco beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Malhada do Baraco beach is partially protected from waves.
There are some boats in the bay.
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.
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:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Malhada do Baraco beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Clube de Mar is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.
There are 2702 places to stay in the Malhada do Baraco beach area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
The Malhada do Baraco beach has no parking spot
There are 4 attractions near Malhada do Baraco beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Algar dos Capitães located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
The month with the highest temperature in Malhada do Baraco beach 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.
Malhada do Baraco beach (Algarve) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Malhada do Baraco beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
Tavira 3.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, White fine sand
Arroteia de Baixo 6.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Carrapateira 2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Torre 2.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise water
Vilamoura 2.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Alvor 1.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Manta Rota 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Altura 1.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Albufeira 0.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
Ilha do Farol 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand
Ludo 2.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Fonte Santa 3.3 km
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