Algarve

Algarve Spotlight

Special features, international awards, and regional achievements.
Environmental accolades, travel distinctions, and essential reads highlighting the very best of the Algarve.

Castro Marim with the only river beach with a Blue Flag in the Algarve

Castro Marim with the only river beach with a Blue Flag in the Algarve

With this winter's rainfall, the inauguration of the Odeleite River Beach in Castro Marim is guaranteed in time for the summer of 2026. This bathing area is the only one in the Algarve hinterland with a Blue Flag

86 Algarve beaches awarded the Blue Flag in 2026

86 Algarve beaches awarded the Blue Flag in 2026

The official 2026 Blue Flag list was published in May by ABAAE, the Portuguese section of the 'Foundation for Environmental Education'. The Algarve and the North lead the ranking, each with 86 beaches.

Monte Clérigo Beach in the Algarve, elected best beach in Europe

Monte Clérigo Beach in the Algarve, elected best beach in Europe

Monte Clérigo Beach in Aljezur, on the Costa Vicentina, was voted by 'European Best Destinations' as the best beach in the world in 2026, due to its exclusivity and environmental preservation. A true gem in the Algarve.