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Odeceixe, Coastal village at Portugal-Spain border in Algarve, Portugal.

Located on the south bank of Seixe River, Odeceixe extends across 41 square kilometers of terrain with steep cliffs and sandy beaches.

The parish church, Igreja da Nossa Senhora da Piedade, constructed between the 14th and 15th centuries, displays architectural elements from the Manueline period.

The Odeceixe Windmill from 1898 maintains its original function, demonstrating traditional grain milling techniques using stone and wooden mechanisms.

Visitors can reach Odeceixe by taking the Vamus bus 79 from Lagos, with a journey time of 85 minutes, or drive 2.5 hours from Lisbon.

The beach of Odeceixe presents two distinct swimming environments: ocean waves for surfing and a calm river section for families.

Address: Portugal

GPS coordinates: 37.43283,-8.77162

Latest update: March 14, 2025 11:44

Beautiful photo locations in the Algarve

The Algarve region offers diverse photo opportunities from coastal formations to historical structures. The Benagil cave displays a natural ceiling opening, while Ponta da Piedade presents limestone cliffs by the Atlantic. The red sandstone Castle of Silves stands on a hill, and Capela dos Ossos shows architectural elements made of bones. The region includes beaches like Praia da Marinha with rock formations, and natural areas such as Ria Formosa with its water channels and wildlife. Historical sites include the Sagres Fortress and Roman ruins at Cerro da Villa.

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