Sun, warmth, and wide horizons
Vila Real de Santo António's beaches stretch along the Algarve's easternmost coast, where the Guadiana River meets the Atlantic at the Spanish border. These beaches enjoy the warmest waters in the region, with temperatures several degrees higher than the west coast.
Praia de Monte Gordo is the resort beach — vast golden sands backed by a casino and a lively promenade. In contrast, Praia de Cacela Velha is one of the Algarve's most special places — an undeveloped barrier island beach below a tiny clifftop village, reached by wading across the lagoon at low tide or by small boat. Praia da Manta Rota offers a traditional Portuguese beach atmosphere with notably warm, calm water.
All Beaches in Vila Real de Santo António
Praia de Monte Gordo
Warm water, wide golden sand, and the Algarve's most Portuguese resort promenade
Praia da Manta Rota
A peaceful family beach with warm waters and traditional charm
Praia de Cacela Velha
A barrier island beach reached by wading across the Ria Formosa lagoon
Praia de Santo António
The Algarve's easternmost beach with Spain just across the river
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