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Welcome to Praia do Carvoeiro

The coastline of Lagoa town council, with Carvoeiro at its centre and spreading out west towards Ferragudo and east to Senhora da Rocha, is generally recognised as the most beautiful of the Algarve. In fact our most famous beach, Praia da Marinha, is regularly rated as one of the most beautiful in the world. Those of us who live here often take for granted the fantastical rock formations, clifftop views and picture-perfect beaches that are on our doorstep. Boat trips along the coast have long been an obligatory excursion for visitors to the area but over recent years there has been a surge in interest from walkers, whether serious hikers or those just out for stroll. The local authorities have gone to great lengths to harness the potential of this natural asset, building our wonderful wooden walkway from Algar Seco to Carvoeiro’s church and marking out hiking trails in some other areas.

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As the warmer months arrive, the Algarve comes alive, even the wildlife. To make the most of the region’s stunning fauna, nature photographer Craig Rogers leaves some location suggestions where you can practice your photography skills (page 20). Speaking of nature, after a devastating wildfire, Monchique has been brought back to life thanks to efforts by local authorities and there are new hiking trails to enjoy. See our report starting on page 24.
A well-known figure in the Algarve art scene, Meinke Flesseman has opened a new art gallery in Portimão’s historic centre, in a building she plans to renovate for a special project (see page 16). Also in Portimão, we spoke to a physiotherapist creating a movement to help people maintain and improve their mobility as they age.
On the gastronomic front, we visit Tapas da Vila, a quaint restaurant with a breathtaking view of Carvoeiro Beach and delicious Portuguese petiscos (page 36), and we look back on Bon Bon’s 10th anniversary celebrations. This edition also marks the beginning of a new series for Inside Carvoeiro, where we discover some of the locals’ favourite spots to help you feel like a tourist at home. See our first report starting on page 38.

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