Quinta do Lago beach and other Almancil, Portugal Things to Do Tips

Worth checking out even if you are not staying at Quinta do Lago is the beach. Park up and and walk across the bridge to a beautiful beach of golden sand and far from busy at any time of day. Water sports, beach cafes and ice creams/water are available.

The parasols are expensive here - the exclusivity of the place and all that - 22 Euros per day for one parasol and two sun beds.

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Address: Close to the exclusive Quinta do Lago Hotel
Directions: From Almancil reach the Quinta do Lago main roundabout a, turn left and keep going for about 2 miles you will reach the car park - charges apply for non Quinta residents. Then follow the pathway over th ebridge to the salt marshes to the beach

This was really breathtaking inside. The church of St Lawrence is decorated with painted tiles. Each scene depicts different parts of St Lawrence's life who gave away the money of the church to the poor and was tortured and burnt alive as a punishment - nice. Thanks Larry, as the artwork is quite magnificent. Reports I have read differ as to whether the tiles were painted once fixed or painted elsewhere and brought to the church. That would be some jigsaw puzzle. The altar is guilded in spectacular and intricate detail. Go and see it. It is only small and worth a detour if you are in the area. Will take a maximum of 30 minutes inside. Entrance 2 Euros, extra euro for a guide leaflet. No food or drink nor photos allowed inside.

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Address: Almancil
Directions: From Almancil follow the main road toward Faro, it bears right. Church is on left of road up a hill, visible and signposted from road.

Self catering appartments need provisions. The Quinta do LAgo shopping experience has a number of restaurants and a few clothing shops and touristy shops of tat. Supermarket opens 8am to 7pm. Note it gets very busy of an evening. Nest nearest shops in Almancil.

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A couple of signposted nature trails through the salt marshes. Popoular with bird watchers and joggers early morning, makes a welcome change from beach or pool. passes a few ancient salt pans.

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This is a man made lake that irrigates the golf courses nearby and gardens I suppose. Two by-products - wildlife have become more abundant nearby thanks to a supply of fresh water and a venue for pedal boats, sailing and wind surfing. Plenty of space, get out and hire one of these things. Restaurant at the edge very expensive, that exclusivity again. The photo shows the small man made beach which you can sit on whilst watching others in or on the lake. Plenty of parking if needed. No charge for parasol.

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Address: Quinta do Lago