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Praia das Furnas
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Praia das Furnas is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 51th place out of 123 beaches in the Algarve region 81.9 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Hortas do Tabual settlement, just 2.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small 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. Moreover, this beach is popular with naturists.
Praia das Furnas coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
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 da Salema, which has a rating of 8.4.
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Praia das Furnas (Algarve) is located outside the Hortas do Tabual settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Praia das Furnas with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"This beach is absolutely amazing! The white sand and crystal clear water make for a picturesque setting that's hard to beat. What's even better is that it's easily accessible, so you won't have to trek far to enjoy it. Plus, the fact that there are only a few people around makes it all the more enjoyable."
Fiogia
"Praia das Furnas is absolutely stunning, with its long stretch of soft white sand and numerous small caves and nooks nestled within the rocks along the shoreline. It's also easily accessible, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area."
Kuba Štěrba
User reviews
"This beach is absolutely amazing! The white sand and crystal clear water make for a picturesque setting that's hard to beat. What's even better is that it's easily accessible, so you won't have to trek far to enjoy it. Plus, the fact that there are only a few people around makes it all the more enjoyable."
Fiogia
"Praia das Furnas is absolutely stunning, with its long stretch of soft white sand and numerous small caves and nooks nestled within the rocks along the shoreline. It's also easily accessible, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of the area."
Kuba Štěrba
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)
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Lagos 1.6 km
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Carvoeiro 4.2 km
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Salema 0.1 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
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Carvoeiro 3.7 km
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Porches 4.2 km
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Porches 4 km
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Salema 1.5 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- O Sapinho• 28 min walk
- Cervejaria Aquario• 28 min walk
- O Aquário - Bar, Caf...• 28 min walk
- Segafredo• 29 min walk
Attractions
- Praia da Andorinha• 6 min walk
- Praia da Figueira• 19 min walk
- Forte de Vera Cruz/...• 20 min walk
- Forte e Bateria do Z...• 29 min walk
Transport
- PRM• 26.2km
- Lagos Central Bus St...• 16.9km
- Lagos• 17.3km
Localities
- Hortas do Tabual• 2.2km
- Faro• 81.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia das Furnas?
The Praia das Furnas is covered with soft and fine golden 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 das Furnas?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia das Furnas, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Praia das Furnas good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Praia das Furnas is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia das Furnas for swimming is very positive.
Is the Praia das Furnas good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Praia das Furnas secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Praia das Furnas?
Praia das Furnas can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- FKK / Naturists
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia das Furnas?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia das Furnas.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.O Sapinho is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia das Furnas?
There are 748 places to stay in the Praia das Furnas area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia das Furnas include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Praia das Furnas from parking?
The Praia das Furnas 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 das Furnas?
There are 4 attractions near Praia das Furnas that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia da Andorinha located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia das Furnas?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia das Furnas 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 das Furnas (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.Praia das Furnas (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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