Olhão, Fishing port in Algarve, Portugal
The municipality extends along the Ria Formosa lagoon system, integrating several islands and featuring a historic center with distinct white architecture.
The settlement received its official designation in 1808 after local fishermen successfully expelled French forces during the Peninsular War.
The municipal market halls, constructed in 1916, function as the principal center for fresh fish trade and local culinary traditions.
Regular boat services connect the mainland to the barrier islands of Armona, Culatra, and Farol throughout the day.
The historic district contains the only traditional cubist architecture in Portugal, reflecting North African influences through maritime connections.
Location: Faro
Location: Algarve
Shares border with: Faro, Tavira, São Brás de Alportel
Address: Olhão, Portugal 8700 Olhão
Website: https://cm-olhao.pt
GPS coordinates: 37.02704,-7.84113
Latest update: July 11, 2025 12:33
Palácio de Estói
9.1 km
Parque Natural da Ria Formosa
11.2 km
Estoi
9 km
Moncarapacho
7.5 km
Praia da Culatra
4.1 km
Ruínas romanas da Quinta de Marim
3.1 km
Igreja Paroquial de Moncarapacho
8 km
Ponte velha de Quelfes
3.3 km
Igreja Paroquial de Estoi
8.9 km
Torre de Bias 1
7.6 km
Olhão tide mill
2.3 km
Ermida de Nossa Senhora do Pé da Cruz
9.1 km
Olhão towers
399 m
Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário, matriz de Olhão, e Capela de Nosso Senhor dos Aflitos
89 m
Mercado Municipal de Olhão
372 m
Igreja de São Bartolomeu, matriz de Pechão
4.1 km
Parque Natural da Ria Formosa
2 km
Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosário, matriz de Olhão
89 m
Edifício do Compromisso Marítimo
120 m
Câmara Municipal de Olhão
228 m
Olhao Tide Mill Light
2.3 km
Edifício da Alfândega
326 m
Capela de Nosso Senhor dos Aflitos
89 m
Fuzeta beach (lapyahan, lat 37,05, long -7,74)
9.1 km
Quinta da Fonte em Moncarapacho
5.7 km
Casa Dr. Carlos Fuzeta
168 m
Fuzeta beach (lapyahan, lat 37,04, long -7,74)
8.8 km
Quinta Au Monte
14.6 kmReviews
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