Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo

Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo is a rural parish in the Algarve region, spanning agricultural areas between Tavira and Cachopo. The village sits in terrain marked by varying soil types and reflects traditional building styles common to the region.

Written records of the settlement date to 1601, while the parish church was built in earlier centuries following local architectural patterns. The place developed as a rural settlement shaped by the building traditions of nearby communities.

The village maintains traditional crafts in tile and brick making, along with olive oil production, which shape everyday economic life. These skills form part of how residents connect to their work and surroundings.

The area connects to major Algarve towns through local roads and is accessible for those traveling by car to explore rural communities. Travel is easiest when you arrange your own transport to move around the region.

The ground shifts between limestone in the south and red sandstone in the north, creating distinct agricultural zones. This geological variety shapes not only farming practices but also building materials and the landscape appearance.

GPS coordinates: 37.15372,-7.78929

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:21