Serra do Caldeirão

Gentle schist hills in the north with cork oaks, strawberry trees and scattered hamlets. The green, quiet counterpart to the coast.

Insider tip

Drive village to village (for example via Cachopo) and sample local honey and medronho along the way.

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About 50 hectares of wetland with nearly 200 bird species, including flamingos. An easy boardwalk loop crosses the reserve.

A stunning coastal path of about 6 km from Praia da Marinha to the Alfanzina lighthouse, past coves, cliffs and rock arches.

A headland near Lagos with dramatic rock stacks, grottoes and sea arches. A lighthouse sits on top and steps lead to the water.

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