Praia do Castelo

Cliff cove · Albufeira (Algarve)

A mid-size cove between São Rafael and Galé named for the rock formation resembling a castle on the sand. Cliffs shelter it from wind; the low-tide walk connects it to São Rafael.

Good to know

The castle rock formation
Sheltered swimming
Low-tide cliff walk to São Rafael
Cliff-top restaurant

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