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Praia da Rocha, Portimão

#8 among attractions in Portimão

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Praia da Rocha, Portimão

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Coordinates: 37°6'59"N, 8°32'6"W
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Praia da Rocha – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fort of Santa Catarina, Ponta do Altar Lighthouse, Fort of São João do Arade, Ferragudo.

  • fort of santa catarina portimao~1480 ftE
    View point, Forts and castles

    Fort of Santa Catarina, Portimão

    8 min walk • The Fort of Santa Catarina, a historical sentinel overlooking the mouth of the Arade River, is a proud emblem of Portimão's rich maritime past. Constructed in the 17th century during the reign of King Philip II of Spain, who was also Philip I of Portugal, this coastal...

  • ponta do altar lighthouse1.1 miSE
    Lighthouse

    Ponta do Altar Lighthouse

    29 min walk • Perched on the cliffs of the Algarve coast, the Ponta do Altar Lighthouse stands as a sentinel over the picturesque town of Ferragudo, Portugal. This historic beacon has guided mariners safely through the treacherous waters of the Atlantic since its inauguration.

  • fort of sao joao do arade portimao0.7 miE
    Forts and castles

    Fort of São João do Arade, Portimão

    19 min walk • Perched on the rocky coastline of the Algarve, the Fort of São João do Arade stands as a sentinel over the estuary of the River Arade, in the city of Portimão, Portugal. This imposing castle, with its robust walls and strategic location, has been a watchful guardian...

  • ferragudo portimao0.9 miNE
    Area

    Ferragudo, Portimão

    24 min walk • Ferragudo is a Portuguese civil parish at the western border of the municipality of Lagoa. The population in 2011 was 1,973, in an area of 5.41 km².

  • praia grande portimao0.7 miE
    Beach

    Praia Grande, Portimão

    19 min walk • Praia Grande is a beach situated in the civil parish of Ferragudo, municipality of Lagoa, the Portuguese Algarve. One of many beaches to obtain the name Praia Grande, this coastal zone is located on the eastern back of Rio Arade estuary, south of the town of Ferragudo.

  • praia da angrinha portimao0.7 miE
    Beach

    Praia da Angrinha, Portimão

    19 min walk • Praia da Angrinha is situated along the wide estuary of the Arade River, south of Ferragudo, in Lagoa Municipality.

  • museu de portimao1 miN
    37°7'51"N • 8°32'4"W

    Museu de Portimão, Portimão

    26 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Praia da Rocha?

Nearby attractions include Fort of Santa Catarina, Portimão (8 min walk), Fort of São João do Arade, Portimão (19 min walk), Praia Grande, Portimão (19 min walk), Praia da Angrinha, Portimão (19 min walk).

How to get to Praia da Rocha by public transport?

The nearest stations to Praia da Rocha:

Bus
  • Praia da Rocha • Lines: 51 (11 min walk)
  • Hotel Luar • Lines: 1P (18 min walk)

Where to next? Visit faro Faro region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Portugal.

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