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Prainha Beach
Praia da Prainha
Good for Relax
About
Prainha Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 10th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 58.3 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Alvor settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright 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 not crowded place during the season.
Prainha Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
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.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia dos Tres Castelos, which has a rating of 8.4.
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+20
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Beach overall scores
Prainha Beach is located in Algarve within Alvor, 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 is hands down the most beautiful and magical place I have ever been to. The view is absolutely stunning! It's kind of secluded and you have to make your way through some rocks, arches, and water to get there, but it's totally worth it. I highly suggest making a trip to Alvor just to experience it."
Kieran
"This beach is absolutely stunning - the water, sand, and rocks are all breathtaking. It's not too crowded, and there are plenty of private spots to escape the wind and sun. The rocks add to the overall atmosphere and provide a sense of seclusion."
Kazimir Novak.
User reviews
"This beach is hands down the most beautiful and magical place I have ever been to. The view is absolutely stunning! It's kind of secluded and you have to make your way through some rocks, arches, and water to get there, but it's totally worth it. I highly suggest making a trip to Alvor just to experience it."
Kieran
"This beach is absolutely stunning - the water, sand, and rocks are all breathtaking. It's not too crowded, and there are plenty of private spots to escape the wind and sun. The rocks add to the overall atmosphere and provide a sense of seclusion."
Kazimir Novak.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Caniço• 1 min walk
- Miss Pasta• 5 min walk
- Pestana Alvor Praia• 5 min walk
- O Luís• 6 min walk
Attractions
- Praia de Boião• 16 min walk
- Trigana Boat Trips• 27 min walk
- Miradouro• 3.2km
- Skydive Seven Algarv...• 3.2km
Transport
- PRM• 3.5km
- Susan Carmel Rees• 24 min walk
- Portimao• 4.7km
Localities
- Alvor• 1.7km
- Faro• 58.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Prainha Beach?
The Prainha Beach is covered with soft and fine golden 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 Prainha Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Prainha Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Prainha Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Prainha Beach is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Prainha Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Prainha Beach 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 Prainha Beach 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Prainha Beach?
The bar is located right on the Prainha Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Caniço is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Prainha Beach?
There are 4869 places to stay in the Prainha Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Prainha Beach include:
- Pestana Alvor Praia Premium Beach & Golf Resort
- Tivoli Alvor Algarve - All Inclusive Resort.
- Pestana Delfim Beach & Golf Hotel
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Prainha Beach from parking?
The Prainha Beach 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 Prainha Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Prainha Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia de Boião located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Prainha Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Prainha 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.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Prainha Beach (Algarve) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Prainha Beach (Algarve) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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