Monchique

Monchique covers approximately 395.30 square kilometers in southern Portugal's Algarve region, positioned at 398 meters elevation with around 6,045 residents distributed across three civil parishes including Alferce and Marmelete.

The municipality of Monchique was officially established in 1773, building upon ancient settlements where thermal springs in Caldas de Monchique have been utilized for bathing and therapeutic treatments since Roman times.

Local residents maintain Portuguese traditions through religious festivals such as the Feast of Saint Sebastian and craft production including chestnut wood chairs, while celebrating regional cuisine featuring black pork and sausages.

Visitors can reach Monchique through Faro International Airport located 62 kilometers away or Portimão Municipal Airport situated less than 19 kilometers from the town center with various transportation options available.

Monchique produces traditional medronho spirit distilled from strawberry tree berries in small local distilleries, creating a distinctive alcoholic beverage that represents generations of regional craftsmanship and cultural heritage.

Location: Faro

Location: Algarve

Inception: January 1, 1773

Elevation above the sea: 398 m

Shares border with: Odemira, Silves, Portimão, Lagos, Aljezur

Address: 8550 Monchique, Portugal 8550 Monchique 8550 Monchique

Email: geral@cm-monchique.pt

Website: https://cm-monchique.pt

GPS coordinates: 37.31797,-8.55587

Latest update: October 7, 2025 18:10