Praia do Martinhal, Beach in Vila do Bispo, Portugal.
The 650-meter stretch of white sand faces east in the Bay of Baleeira, with limestone islets visible from the shore and dunes along the coastal edge.
Archaeological remains of a Roman pottery production site, where amphoras were manufactured, stand on the eastern headland near the beach.
The beach maintains traditional fishing connections through two beachfront restaurants that serve fresh catches from the adjacent Sagres harbor.
Lifeguards monitor the beach from June to September, with facilities including parking spaces, bathrooms, sunbed rentals, and water sports equipment available.
The protected position in Baleeira Bay creates calmer waters compared to Atlantic-facing beaches, while steady winds make it suitable for windsurfing.
Location: Vila do Bispo
Address: Praia do Martinhal, Portugal
GPS coordinates: 37.01855,-8.92647
Latest update: March 27, 2025 19:44
The Algarve region offers diverse photo opportunities from coastal formations to historical structures. The Benagil cave displays a natural ceiling opening, while Ponta da Piedade presents limestone cliffs by the Atlantic. The red sandstone Castle of Silves stands on a hill, and Capela dos Ossos shows architectural elements made of bones. The region includes beaches like Praia da Marinha with rock formations, and natural areas such as Ria Formosa with its water channels and wildlife. Historical sites include the Sagres Fortress and Roman ruins at Cerro da Villa.
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