Cabo Carvoeiro, Atlantic cape in Faro, Portugal
The western point of the Peniche Peninsula extends into the Atlantic Ocean, featuring high cliffs and natural rock formations shaped by maritime forces.
The site contains archaeological remains at Furninha cave, indicating continuous human settlements dating back to the Neolithic period.
The name Carvoeiro originates from Portuguese coal transporters who worked in this coastal region during earlier centuries.
The 25-meter lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for maritime vessels, protecting ships from dangerous rocky shores in low visibility conditions.
The Nau dos Corvos stands as a distinctive rock formation resembling a partially submerged ship along the peninsula's edge.
Location: Faro
Address: Cabo Carvoeiro, 8400 Carvoeiro, Portugal 8400 Carvoeiro 8400 Carvoeiro
GPS coordinates: 37.08556,-8.43667
Latest update: March 19, 2025 20:09
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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