Praia da Arrifana, Portugal
Crowds are rare and the Atlantic waves are huge on the Algarve's untamed, wind-whipped west coast. Praia da Arrifana is a lovely golden crescent surrounded by cliffs, with a ruined fortress, seaside café, and lots of heavy surf. Continue south to the lagoonside Praia da Bordeira, where dunes explode down into the dazzling blue sea.
The beach is located 6.0 miles (9.7 km) south of the hamlet of Aljezur and 71.0 miles (114.3 km) north of the region's city, Faro. Praia da Arrifana beach is located inside the Vicentine Coast Natural Park, an area of remarkable natural beauty. The beach at Praia da Arrifana has been awarded a Blue Flag beach (2012).
The sand of Praia do Arrifana is light golden fine sand that stretches for around 500 meters. The beach is backed by steep cliffs, which shield it from the ravages of the Atlantic Ocean. Nonetheless, this is a popular surfing and bodysurfing location. The beach is reached through boardwalk stairs leading down from the settlement. A concrete slope at the village's bottom enables easy access for wheelchair users and boats, among other things. The little fishing settlement of Arrifana and its small fishing harbor are located on the bay's northwest shore.
Location: Aljezur, Portugal
