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Praia da Coelha

Albufeira, Faro · Algarve

Excellent(2025)

About the Beach

Praia da Coelha is a medium-sized beach with the cliffs characteristic of the central Algarve, reached via a steep descent. Its clean water and lower visitor numbers compared with Albufeira's main beaches make it a quieter option for anyone after some peace. The well-preserved natural setting and the absence of heavy development are its main draws.

Length: 350 m

Amenities and Services

Lifeguard

Toilets

Showers

Parking

Food & drink

Accessible

Water Quality

Excellent(2025)Official APA classification

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Praia da Coelha have a lifeguard?

Yes — Praia da Coelha has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.

Does Praia da Coelha hold a Blue Flag?

Yes — Praia da Coelha holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.

Is there parking at Praia da Coelha?

Yes, there is parking near Praia da Coelha.

When is the bathing season at Praia da Coelha?

The bathing season runs officially from 1 June to 30 September. During this period every facility is operational and the lifeguard is on duty. Outside this period, access is free but unsupervised.

Are there restaurants near Praia da Coelha?

There is no confirmed information about food and drink directly at Praia da Coelha. We recommend checking options in the area before you visit.

Information

TypeCoastal

DistrictFaro

MunicipalityAlbufeira

RegionAlgarve

Sand typeFine sand

POC classificationSemi-natural

Length350 m

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Praia da Coelha

Sources

dados.gov.ptapambiente.ptbandeiraazul.abaae.pt

Last updated: 2026-04-30

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