Praia da Alagoa
The main beach at Altura, a long golden strand backed by a wide dune cord with raised walkways.
Key spots worth your time — with practical info to plan fast.
The main beach at Altura, a long golden strand backed by a wide dune cord with raised walkways.
A pine-backed beach near Altura, with white sand and quieter surroundings.
A coastal walk along wooden walkways through protected dunes, rich in birdlife and dune plants.
A small historic hamlet on a low cliff above the Ria Formosa, a short distance west of Altura.
A salt-marsh nature reserve near Altura, known for birdwatching and traditional salt pans.
A 13th-century hilltop castle near Altura, with wide views over the salt marsh and the Guadiana.