Barranco das Belharucas Beach, Sandy beach in Albufeira, Portugal.
This 1.85-kilometer beach features limestone cliffs and clay formations, with clear waters meeting golden sands along the Algarve coastline.
The beach received the Blue Flag certification and earned the Golden Flag award in 2000 for maintaining balanced environmental conditions.
The beach incorporates designated clothing optional areas, reflecting Portuguese coastal practices that accommodate diverse preferences for beachgoers.
Visitors can access facilities including restrooms, showers, two restaurants, and water sports equipment rentals from May through October.
European bee-eaters create nests within the rock faces, while stone pines and juniper plants grow along small ravines formed by natural erosion.
Location: Albufeira e Olhos de Água
GPS coordinates: 37.08964,-8.17841
Latest update: March 3, 2025 18:54
The inland Algarve contains nature reserves, medieval castles, and Roman ruins. The region includes thermal springs in Monchique, the red sandstone castle of Silves, and the bone chapel in Faro. Natural parks like Ria Formosa host multiple bird species. Historical villages, coastal fortresses, and lighthouses mark the landscape.
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