Coastal

Praia de Cabanas Velhas

Vila do Bispo, Faro · Algarve

Excellent(2025)

About the Beach

Praia de Cabanas Velhas is an almost-secret beach on the western Algarve, with turquoise water and a small cove of white sand sheltered by rocks. The absence of any amenities ensures a completely untouched natural experience. Visitors who walk the Vicentine Coast trails discover here one of the most beautiful and quiet beaches in the entire Algarve.

Length: 180 m

Amenities and Services

Lifeguard

Toilets

Showers

Parking

Food & drink

Accessible

Amenities from the official APA beach registry (SNIAmb), for the bathing season. Bathing Water Profile (APA)

Water Quality

Excellent(2025)Official APA classification

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Praia de Cabanas Velhas have a lifeguard?

Yes — Praia de Cabanas Velhas has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.

Does Praia de Cabanas Velhas hold a Blue Flag?

Praia de Cabanas Velhas does not currently hold the Blue Flag certification.

Is there parking at Praia de Cabanas Velhas?

Yes, there is parking near Praia de Cabanas Velhas.

When is the bathing season at Praia de Cabanas Velhas?

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

Are there restaurants near Praia de Cabanas Velhas?

Yes — Praia de Cabanas Velhas has food and drink on the beach or nearby — beach bars, restaurants and snack bars open during the bathing season.

Information

TypeCoastal

DistrictFaro

MunicipalityVila do Bispo

RegionAlgarve

Sand typeFine sand

POC classificationNatural

Length180 m

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Praia de Cabanas Velhas

Sources

dados.gov.ptapambiente.pt

Last updated: 2026-06-01

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