What to do around Cabanas ?
Here, it's impossible to sbored as there are natural wonders to explore, sports to test and heritage to visit !
Discover our hidden gems
Explore the attractions that await you in Algarve, south of Portugal.
Nestled in the heart of the natural reserve of the Ria Formosa, theformer small town of fishermen Cabanas is the perfect starting point to explore the treasures of theAlgarve to theEast.
The Algarve is a line of light at the edge of the ocean, a land of salt and azure where the white villages shall lagoons emeralds. Between the scents of orange, the fig trees and the cry of the gulls, the earth is a promise of sweetness, and the water, mirror moving skies and huge.
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Nature & Beaches
You will find kilometres of fine white sand bathed by crystal clear waters, perfect for a day of swimming, tanning or a long walking meditation along theocean.
The Ria Formosa
This outstanding national park, a maze of lagoons, dbarrier islands and salt marshes, is a paradise for nature lovers. By kayak or boat, explore its turquoise waters and observe its migratory birds.
Theisland of Cabanas
Just a few minutes away by boat-taxi, this barrier island preserves a wild beach and unspoilt, far away from any hustle and bustle. A jewel box of fine sand and crystal-clear sea, where time seems suspended.
Theisland of Tavira
More large and stylish, this island offers miles of beach lined with dunes, ideal for a lazy day or long walks with your feet in the sand.
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Culture & Heritage
The region, due to its rich history and unique cultural mix, offers extraordinary venues that tell the epics and the victories.
Tavira (5 min by car)
Often dubbed the "Venice of theAlgarve", Tavira is distinguished by a roof saddle features, its baroque churches and its roman bridge spanning the Rio Gilão. Strolling through its markets and its terraces is a pleasure without equal.
Lose yourself in its narrow cobbled streets lined with facades adorned withazulejos, and discover its moorish castle, which offers a magnificent view over the roofs pyramid typical of the city.
Castro Marim (20 min)
Dominated by an imposing medieval castle, this small city of character is also home to the salt millennia, and a natural reserve. In August, she reconnects with his past duringa spectacular medieval festival.
Cacela Velha (10 min)
This hamlet perched on a cliff, theone of the most picturesque in the region, offers a breathtaking view over the Ria Formosa. Its narrow streets are filled with flowers and white church look like the end of the world preserved.
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Activities & Recreation
Fan of sports or tourist, gastronomic, you have the choice !
Fishing and water sports
The region is an ideal playground for water sports enthusiasts : paddle, snorkeling, sailing or fishing traditional over thewater.
Observation of flamingos
Embark on a boat tour or kayak in the labyrinth of channels, d,islands and swamps. Cis an ecosystem ofa wealth of amazing, a true sanctuary for wildlife. Get out your binoculars to observe the flamingos, storks, and hundreds ofspecies ofmigratory birds in their natural habitat.
Local gastronomy
Do not leave without having tasted a cataplana de fruits de mer, the famous percebes or sweets almond legacy of the moorish tradition. The seaside restaurants around Cabanas are competing flavours and ofauthenticity.
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A little further...
Thealgarve is full of wealth with its cities almost legendary to discover.
Faro
Faro, the capital discreet and elegant of theAlgarve, is much more thana simple doorentry to the south of Portugal. Behind its air of city of passage lies a city ofuntold wealth, where thestory whisper on every street corner. Its medieval walls, cobbled streets of white limestone and its magnificent baroque cathedral and seem to be stuck in a serenity that is timeless. Authentic town where the Portuguese live at their own pace, away from the tourist crowds, Faro invites to the slowness, the curiosity and the discovery sincere ofa culture whichhas never ceased to vibrate.
Vilamoura
There are places that seem to have been designed to celebrate the joy of life, and Vilamoura is the most luminous incarnation. Exclusive resort, it deploys with its marina to the sparkling waters, its lively terraces, its golf course legendary, and its golden beaches to loss of sight. Yachts swaying gently along the docks while the scents of fresh kitchen sescape of the waterfront restaurants. But Vilamoura also known to be surprising : two-not of this contemporary elegance lies the roman ruins of Cerro da Vila, recalling that these lands are inhabited and loved for thousands of years.
Albufiera
A former fishing village perched on the ocher cliffs carved by theAtlantic ocean, it has reinvented itself in theone of the destinations with the most living of all of the iberian peninsula, without ever quite forget his roots. On the day, its spectacular beaches — Praia dos Pescadores, Praia da Oura, Praia de São Rafael — rival beauty, framed by rocks golden gaps of mysterious caves. At night, Rua São Gonçalo de Lagos sawakens in a bustling and joyful.
Between its secret coves to discover the thread of thewater, his excursions in dauphin at the wide and narrow alleys of the old city with tiles and warm, Albufeira never indifferent.
Photo gallery
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Not to mention the boat tours in the Ria, and to the islands: take a stroll along the blocks, reach the beaches of Tavira or Cabanas and observe the life of the park. In the open sea, he happens to spot dolphins.
– Golf with ocean view: test Benamor just at the entrance of Cabanas, or the course Quinta da Ria and Quinta de Cima bordered by the lagoon. For enthusiasts, Monte Rei is a short distance by car.
-Tennis Pedras de Rainha with its magnificent course and why not test the padel.
– Bike on the Ecovia do Litoral: a soft way connects villages, lagoons and citrus fruit orchards. Flat Terrain, ideal for families, with bicycle rental possible in Cabanas and Tavira.
– Markets and local products: stroll at the market to Tavira or the long stalls of Cabanas to taste, cheese, fruit, almonds and fish just landed. The perfect opportunity to fill the basket for a picnic on the beach.
– Gastronomy of the sea: enjoy a cataplana fish, oysters from the Ria Formosa, or the famous octopus of Santa Luzia. Finish with a pastel de nata is still warm, with a strong coffee.
– Ride at sunrise paddle or kayak: get up early to see the lagoon awaken, when the water is smooth and the birds are very active. A suspended moment, gentle and light.
Frequently asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our region.
The hours ofoperation vary according to the attractions. In general, the most open from 9h to 19h. It is advisable to check the specific hours on their web sites.
You can use the public transport, including the bus and the train. Rental cars and taxis are also available for more flexibility.
Absolutely ! The area is full of restaurants which offer a variety of cuisines, from local specialities to international dishes. N’t hesitate to ask for recommendations !
Yes, many activities are available for children, such as des parcs dattractions and clubs for children in some complexes. Theyhave fun for sure !
You will find useful information on our website and also on the local attractions. N’t hesitate to contact us for any question.
Yes, our beaches are accessible and suitable for families. You’ll find showers, sun loungers and water activities for all ages.
Additional questions ?
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