Photo of Vale Figueiras Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Vale Figueiras Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Vale Figueiras Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Vale Figueiras Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Vale Figueiras Beach located in natural area

Photo of Vale Figueiras Beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Vale Figueiras Beach backed by cliffs

Photo of Vale Figueiras Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

6.1

Pleasant

Vale Figueiras Beach

Monte Novo, Portugal

#151 out of 152 in Algarve

6.1

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Surfing Kite or windsurfing

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Located outside the settlement

Arrifana • 5.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante 44

7.2 - Good 2.4km

Restaurant Restaurante do Cabrita

8.4 - Very good 5.6km

Restaurant Alecrim

9.4 - Excellent 6km

Restaurant Quiosque do Zé

9 - Excellent 6.1km

Restaurant Microbar

9.2 - Excellent 6.1km

Cafe A Rede

8.2 - Very good 7km

Restaurant O Zé

8.2 - Very good 7km

Restaurant O Sargo

9 - Excellent 7km

Restaurant Sítio do Forno

8.8 - Excellent 7.4km

Park Parques de merendas de Aljezur

7.6km

Supermarket Minimercado Irene

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Fort of Arrifana

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Ribat da Atalaia

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Pontal da Carrapateira

9.6 - Exceptional 5.7km

Museum Museu do Mar e da Terra da Carrapateira

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Church of Carrapateira

9.2 - Excellent 6km

Tourist Attraction Fonte das Mentiras

6.7km

Museum Casa-Museu Pintor José Cercas

7km

Tourist Attraction Museu Antoniano

9 - Excellent 7km

Museum Museu Municipal de Aljezur

7.1km

Historical Landmark Castle of Aljezur

6.8km

Historical Landmark Islamic Settlement of Ponta do Castelo

7.5km

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About

Vale Figueiras Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 151th place out of 152 beaches in the Algarve region 86.8 km away from its center, the city of Faro. It is one of the beaches of Arrifana settlement, just 5.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Vale Figueiras Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Vale Figueiras Beach (Algarve) is located outside the Arrifana settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Vale Figueiras Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +15 ^o C

Air temperature

7.5 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.8 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Arrifana • 5.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante 44

7.2 - Good 2.4km

Restaurant Restaurante do Cabrita

8.4 - Very good 5.6km

Restaurant Alecrim

9.4 - Excellent 6km

Restaurant Quiosque do Zé

9 - Excellent 6.1km

Restaurant Microbar

9.2 - Excellent 6.1km

Cafe A Rede

8.2 - Very good 7km

Restaurant O Zé

8.2 - Very good 7km

Restaurant O Sargo

9 - Excellent 7km

Restaurant Sítio do Forno

8.8 - Excellent 7.4km

Park Parques de merendas de Aljezur

7.6km

Supermarket Minimercado Irene

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Fort of Arrifana

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Ribat da Atalaia

4.8km

Tourist Attraction Pontal da Carrapateira

9.6 - Exceptional 5.7km

Museum Museu do Mar e da Terra da Carrapateira

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Church of Carrapateira

9.2 - Excellent 6km

Tourist Attraction Fonte das Mentiras

6.7km

Museum Casa-Museu Pintor José Cercas

7km

Tourist Attraction Museu Antoniano

9 - Excellent 7km

Museum Museu Municipal de Aljezur

7.1km

Historical Landmark Castle of Aljezur

6.8km

Historical Landmark Islamic Settlement of Ponta do Castelo

7.5km

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5.5km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Arrifana Beach House Agulha

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Located at nearest locality

Arrifana • 440m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

What to do in Vale Figueiras Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Vale Figueiras Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Vale Figueiras Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

5.3km

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Praia da Arrifana Praia da Arrifana

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Praia do Medo da Fonte Santa Praia do Medo da Fonte Santa

6.9 Good

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Amado Beach Amado Beach

7.9 Very good

9.7km

Praia da Fateixa Praia da Fateixa

7.9 Very good

10.5km

Praia de Monte Clerigo Praia de Monte Clerigo

7.8 Very good

10.8km

Plaza Murracao Plaza Murracao

7.9 Very good

11.6km

Praia da Amoreira Praia da Amoreira

8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Arrifana • 5.3km

Main locality of province

Faro • 86.8km

Transport

Airport

PRM • 27.5km

Bus Station

Lagos Central Bus Station • 23.1km

Train Station

Lagos • 23.3km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

6.1 Pleasant

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Average Reviews rating

6.1 Pleasant

Andrey Kozlovsky.

10 Exceptional

It's a great spot for novice surfers, and it's not too crowded. The location is truly breathtaking!

March 2023

Seth Brindle

10 Exceptional

A truly lovely location! The beach tends to get quite bustling, so it's best to arrive early in the day. However, once you're settled in, you'll be able to fully appreciate the stunning bay. Additionally, the parking area at the summit is perfect for an evening spent in a camper van - we didn't encounter any issues with the GNR or anyone else.

March 2023

Emmalynne Wintersmith

10 Exceptional

The beach is pleasant, but it's important to note that there are no restroom or dining facilities available. Despite this, it's an excellent spot for surfing.

March 2023

Lisette Tremont.

10 Exceptional

The beach offers stunning waves and a picturesque walking path. However, the road leading to the beach is unpaved and rough, so it's advisable to avoid small cars. Remember to pack everything you need since the area is remote and there are no amenities available.

March 2023

Sarvina

10 Exceptional

To find Praia de Vale Figueiras, you'll need to be adventurous as Google Maps will take you off the main road and through a small residential area. Once you reach the end of the pavement, you'll find yourself in a farmland area where all signs of modern life slowly disappear. If you're brave enough to continue, you'll descend down a steep gravel road that hopefully leads to the beach. After about 2.5 kilometers, you may start to feel anxious due to the loss of cell service, but just as you're about to turn back, you'll see pavement again. Turning onto the blacktop will lead you to the parking lot for the beach. From there, a short walk will take you to the stunning Praia de Vale Figueiras. Don't forget to take it all in!

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Vale Figueiras Beach?

The coastline of Vale Figueiras Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Vale Figueiras Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Vale Figueiras Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Vale Figueiras Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Vale Figueiras Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Vale Figueiras Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Vale Figueiras Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Vale Figueiras Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Vale Figueiras Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Vale Figueiras Beach.

There are 1 restaurants nearby.Restaurante 44 is the closest place located 2600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Vale Figueiras Beach?

There are 259 places to stay in the Vale Figueiras Beach area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Vale Figueiras Beach from parking?

The Vale Figueiras Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Vale Figueiras Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Vale Figueiras Beach is August. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 19°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 15°C and water 15°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Vale Figueiras Beach (Algarve) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Vale Figueiras Beach (Algarve) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.