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Meia Praia
Meia Beach
Meia Praia
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About
Meia Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 100th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 64 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Torre settlement, just 2.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long bay with crystal turquoise water and brown 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 not crowded place during the season.
Meia Beach 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 popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
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 Barranco do Martinho, which has a rating of 8.3.
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Meia Beach is located in Algarve within Torre, 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
"Perfect spot for leisurely strolls and refreshing dips in the serene and transparent waters."
Santino Russo
"This beach is absolutely stunning, with its crystal clear waters and soft, brown sand."
Andressa Rautenfeld
User reviews
"Perfect spot for leisurely strolls and refreshing dips in the serene and transparent waters."
Santino Russo
"This beach is absolutely stunning, with its crystal clear waters and soft, brown sand."
Andressa Rautenfeld
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)
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Lagos 1.6 km
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Carvoeiro 4.2 km
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Carrapateira 2 km
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Alvor 1.8 km
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Portimao 2.4 km
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Carvoeiro 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Salema 0.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Carvoeiro 3.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown fine sand
Porches 4.2 km
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Porches 4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Brown fine sand
Armacao de Pera 3.2 km
What to do in Meia Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Meia Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Meia Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Bar Quim• 3 min walk
- Restaurante Jardim• 6 min walk
- Palmares Beach Club• 10 min walk
- Berlim• 12 min walk
Attractions
- Praia do Vale da Lam...• 19 min walk
- Praia de São Roque• 2.4km
- Sealife Dolphin Watc...• 2.8km
- Museu de Cera dos De...• 2.9km
Transport
- PRM• 6.3km
- EB1/JI de Meia Praia• 8 min walk
- Meia Praia• 5 min walk
Localities
- Torre• 2.6km
- Faro• 64km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Meia Beach?
The coastline of Meia Beach is covered with brown 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Meia Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Meia Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Meia Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Is the Meia Beach 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.
Meia Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Meia Beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Meia 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Meia 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.
What are the key audiences of Meia Beach?
Meia Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Meia Beach?
The bar is located right on the Meia Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar Quim is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Meia Beach?
There are 4671 places to stay in the Meia Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Meia Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Meia Beach from parking?
The Meia 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 Meia Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Meia Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia do Vale da Lama located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Meia Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Meia 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?
Meia Beach (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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