Praia do Túnel, Atlantic beach in Albufeira, Portugal
Praia do Túnel is an Atlantic beach in Albufeira featuring yellow sandstone cliffs with fine golden sand accessible through multiple routes. Entry is provided by a tunnel through the rock face, ramps, stairs, and an elevator that descend toward the water.
The Xorino Cave at the western end of the beach served as a refuge for Moors in the 13th century after Christians captured Albufeira. This cave remains an important marker of the medieval history of the region and its complex past.
The beach serves as a gathering place where locals and visitors spend their days together, maintaining the visible bond between the old town and the sea. Traditional uses by fishermen and bathers have endured over time, and you can still sense this local presence in the daily rhythms of the area.
The beach is staffed with lifeguards during summer months and provides sunbed rentals, showers, and restroom facilities. Checking the operator's website for seasonal conditions before your visit will help you plan your time on the sand more effectively.
A tunnel approximately 20 meters long cuts through the cliff rock beside the tourist office, linking the town square directly to the beach. This underground passage was originally designed as a practical solution for beach access and has become a distinctive feature of the place.
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