Praia de Peneco
Albufeira, Faro · Algarve
About the Beach
Praia de Peneco is in the municipality of Albufeira, district of Faro, in the Algarve region. Coastal beach with water quality rated Excellent by APA in 2025.
Amenities and Services
Amenities from the official APA beach registry (SNIAmb), for the bathing season. Bathing Water Profile (APA)
Water Quality
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Praia de Peneco have a lifeguard?
Yes — Praia de Peneco has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Praia de Peneco hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Praia de Peneco holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Praia de Peneco?
We don’t yet have confirmed information about parking at Praia de Peneco.
When is the bathing season at Praia de Peneco?
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 Peneco?
Yes — Praia de Peneco has food and drink on the beach or nearby — beach bars, restaurants and snack bars open during the bathing season.
Sources
Last updated: 2026-06-01
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