Camping in the Algarve

8 campsites in Portugal, Algarve

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Camping Ria Formosa
Portugal, Algarve, Cabanas de Tavira

Not far east of Faro, Camping Ria Formosa is situated very close to a true natural paradise, the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa. This is one of the few in Europe to be so well-preserved, and the beaches here are magnificent. The campsite is just a 20-minute walk from the local village of Cabanas with its shops, bars and restaurants. Here you can take a ferry across to the island, which is essentially a long spit of stunning soft, white sand.

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Yelloh! Village Turiscampo Algarve
Portugal, Algarve, Faro, Lagos

Yelloh! Village Turiscampo is an outstanding site run by the friendly Coll family. The site provides 240 pitches for touring units, mainly in rows of terraces, 216 of which have 6/10A electricity, some with shade. There are 75 deluxe pitches with water and drainage. One hundred thirty-eight bungalows for rent occupy the upper terraces.

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Camping Albufeira
Portugal, Algarve, Faro, Albufeira

Here's a charming, well-run site, close to bustling Faro and with a bus service to the resort of Albufeira from the gate. There's space for 1400 touring units on generally flat ground with some terracing on the upper area and trees and shrubs giving reasonable shade in most parts. Pitches are not marked or numbered; you can take as much space as you wish. Electrical connections (10A) are available throughout. Winter stays are encouraged, including a pool and the main facilities remaining open.

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Orbitur Camping Valverde
Portugal, Faro, Lagos

Close to the village of Praia da Luz and its beach, this large, well-run site is certainly worth considering for your stay in the Algarve. It has pitches of varying sizes, either enclosed by hedges or on open, gently sloping ground. It is large, with around 700 numbered pitches, a spacious area and ample shade from established trees and shrubs. There are also 6/10A electricity connections throughout. The upper terraces are occupied by chalets and mobile homes which are available for rental. A visit to Lagos is definitely recommended - a historic city which was the centre of trade between Africa and Portugal. Wander the marina and perhaps head to neighbouring Sagres and the western extremity of the Algarve to see the lighthouse at Cabo de São Vicente - Portugal’s Land’s End.

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Camping Olhão
Portugal, Algarve, Faro, Olhão

The large, sandy beaches in this area are on offshore islands reached by ferry and are, as a result, relatively quiet. This site, on the edge of town, has around 600 pitches, all with 6A electrical connections available. Its many mature trees provide good shade. The pitches are marked in rows divided by shrubs, although levelling will be necessary in places and the trees make access tricky on some.

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Parque de Campismo de Armação de Pêra
Portugal, Algarve, Faro, Armação de Pêra

A wide attractive entrance leads to this basic, spacious park with a capacity of 1,200 units. You pitch on level, grassy sand beneath tall trees that provide some shade, accessed from tarmac and gravel roads. Electricity (6/10A) is available for most pitches. As there are no marked pitches, the site can cater for very large units. The beach is a brisk walk away, as are the shops, bars and restaurants of the small town, and for the less energetic a bus runs from close to the entrance. There is a wide choice of beaches and resorts along this stretch of coast. Albufeira is a busy little resort just a short drive to the east, and bustling Faro and Portimão are also within easy reach.

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Salema EcoCamp
Portugal, Algarve, Faro, Budens-Salema

Salema EcoCamp is an attractive and peaceful valley site. The campsite was formerly known as Parque de Campismo Quinta dos Carriços. On arrival, a traditional tiled Portuguese-style entrance leads you down a steep incline into this excellent, well-maintained site, which has a village atmosphere. Much of the site has been recently redeveloped, along with the introduction of environmental elements such as solar heating for the water, using locally sourced, organic produce in the restaurant and selling eco-products in the shop. The campsite is spread over two valleys (which are real sun traps), with many of the 500 partially terraced pitches marked and divided by trees and shrubs (oleanders and roses). Others are less well defined among trees. There are 6/16A electricity connections to over 300 pitches. A small stream (sometimes dry) meanders through the site.

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Orbitur Camping Sagres
Portugal, Algarve, Faro, Sagres

Camping Sagres is a pleasant site at the western tip of the Algarve, close to Cabo de São Vicente, the headland at O Fim do Mundo (Portugal’s Lands End), in the wild and unspoilt southwest corner of the country. Tents can pitch anywhere on the lower slopes under the pine trees; higher up there are 52 marked and an unspecified number of unmarked, sandy pitches, some terraced, located amongst pine trees that give good shade, including some hardstandings for motorhomes. There are 6A electrical connections in the upper areas. Nearby are beaches, popular with surfers, the town of Sagres and the lighthouse at the Cape. It has the second most powerful lamp in Europe and there are good facilities, including toilets, a shop and a bar. Sunsets can be impressive, though it is always windy, and people come equipped with blankets as well as cameras. In stormy weather the waves can crash high over the lighthouse. The fortress at Sagres is built on the site of Henry the Navigator’s School of Navigation, which was sacked by Francis Drake in 1587. The town has shops, bars and restaurants, whilst for a wider choice you can head east to the historic town of Lagos, perhaps visiting beaches and attractive little resorts en route.

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Algarve

The Algarve, Portugal’s southernmost province, is a true sunseekers paradise, offering all year round sunshine and over 150 miles of beautiful sandy beaches.

The coast of the Algarve offers mile after mile of golden beaches and small sandy coves with interesting rock formations interspersed with busy fishing ports. The capital, Faro, boasts excellent beaches, while the thriving fishing port and market centre of Lagos is one of the most popular destinations in the Algarve. Although the earthquake of 1755 caused great damage to Lagos, the streets and squares of the town have retained much of their charm. Within walking distance are some superb beaches, including Praia de Dona Ana, which is considered to be the most picturesque of all, and the smaller coves of Praia do Pinhão and Praia Camilo.

Further inland and to the north, the hills mark the edge of a greener and more fertile region, brilliantly coloured by fig trees, orange groves and almond trees that come into blossom in the winter. Here you will also find a series of typical villages that have successfully preserved their ancestral traditions. The walled town of Silves has a Moorish fortress, a 13th-century cathedral and an archaeology museum. Nearby, the narrow streets of the old spa town of Monchique wind up a steep hillside, revealing magnificent views.

PLACES OF INTEREST

Places of interest

Albufeira: Popular resort, daily market, good nightlife.

Cape São Vicente: Southwesternmost point of Europe.

Faro: Monuments, churches, museums, Gothic cathedral, good shopping centre.

Sagres: 17th-century fortress.

Tavira: Picturesque town, 17th- and 18th-century architecture.

Vilamoura: Good sporting facilities, including golf courses.

CUISINE OF THE REGION

Cuisine of the region

Fresh fish and seafood are popular; the local speciality is Ameijoas na Cataplana (clams steamed in a copper pan). One of the most traditional dishes is caldeiradas (stew made with all kinds of different fish) and sardinha assada (grilled sardines).

Given the abundance of trees in the region, figs and almonds are used a lot in desserts, including bolinhos de amêndoa (small cakes made with almond paste), which are moulded into the shape of fruits and vegetables in all kinds of different sizes.