Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite
Castro Marim, Faro · Algarve
About the Beach
Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite is a beach in Castro Marim, in the district of Faro, awarded the Blue Flag in 2026 by ABAAE. This page will be expanded with more information on access, amenities and water quality.
Amenities and Services
Amenities from the official APA beach registry (SNIAmb), for the bathing season. Water quality (SNIRH/APA)
Water Quality
Beach conditions
Measured at the IPMA station in Castro Marim (RN Sapal), 13.2 km from here, at 23:00.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite have a lifeguard?
Yes — Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite has a lifeguard station during the bathing season.
Does Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite hold a Blue Flag?
Yes — Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite holds the Blue Flag (2026), the certification that guarantees water quality, safety and environmental management.
Is there parking at Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite?
Yes, there is parking near Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite.
When is the bathing season at Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite?
The bathing season at Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite runs officially from 1 July to 31 August 2026, as set by the annual bathing season decree. 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 Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite?
Yes — Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite has food and drink on the beach or nearby — beach bars, restaurants and snack bars open during the bathing season.
Can I bring my dog to Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite?
We have no confirmed information for Praia Fluvial da Albufeira da Barragem de Odeleite specifically. As a general rule, dogs are not allowed on Portuguese beaches during the bathing season, which at this beach runs from 1 July to 31 August 2026, except where a dedicated dog area exists; outside that period the rules are considerably more relaxed. Each municipality decides by local bylaw, so check with the Castro Marim town council or the signs on site.
Sources
Last updated: 2026-08-20
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