Praia do Camilo (Camilo Beach), Lagos
The Praia do Camilo is one of Lagos' true landmarks, located between the other two regional wonders 鈥� Praia da Dona Ana and Ponta da Piedade with its lighthouse. This is the last beach of Lagos and one of the smallest beaches of the Algarve. Secluded and characteristic, it is highly esteemed by locals, tourists and travel experts alike.
There's a path of rocks leading from the main road to the beach where immense cliffs expose ancient sea shells and stones. The beach is divided into two parts by the stone formations, but is easy to walk on through a hand-made tunnel between the rocks.
Praia do Camilo can be visited all year round and is a real paradise in winter. During summer it is particularly popular. But don't fool yourself into thinking that this is just a crowded beach surrounded by rocks.
From the top of the cliff you can overlook spectacular coastline, which makes for an incredible picture, with colorful rocks and caves (some small ones in between the sand areas are particularly breathtaking). The kids love to explore these and go on small adventures around it. Clear water makes it perfect for snorkeling and there are very nice places for cliff jumping too. A true must for nature lovers!
To get to Praia do Camilo you have to descend a long (seemingly endless from the top, but well-maintained) wooden staircase of 224 steps. But the effort is surely well worth it!
There's a path of rocks leading from the main road to the beach where immense cliffs expose ancient sea shells and stones. The beach is divided into two parts by the stone formations, but is easy to walk on through a hand-made tunnel between the rocks.
Praia do Camilo can be visited all year round and is a real paradise in winter. During summer it is particularly popular. But don't fool yourself into thinking that this is just a crowded beach surrounded by rocks.
From the top of the cliff you can overlook spectacular coastline, which makes for an incredible picture, with colorful rocks and caves (some small ones in between the sand areas are particularly breathtaking). The kids love to explore these and go on small adventures around it. Clear water makes it perfect for snorkeling and there are very nice places for cliff jumping too. A true must for nature lovers!
To get to Praia do Camilo you have to descend a long (seemingly endless from the top, but well-maintained) wooden staircase of 224 steps. But the effort is surely well worth it!
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Praia do Camilo (Camilo Beach) on Map
Sight Name: Praia do Camilo (Camilo Beach)
Sight Location: Lagos, Portugal (See walking tours in Lagos)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Lagos, Portugal (See walking tours in Lagos)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Lagos, Portugal
Create Your Own Walk in Lagos
Creating your own self-guided walk in Lagos is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Lagos Introduction Walking Tour
Lagos, from captive to captivating.
The story of Lagos is over 2,000 years old. It was a Celtic settlement before the Punic Wars of Rome and Carthage. During the Second Punic War the people of Lagos sided with Hannibal and the Carthaginians. That didn't work out so well. The Romans came, then the Visigoths from Toledo, followed by the Byzantines. In the 8th century the Moors arrived.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
The story of Lagos is over 2,000 years old. It was a Celtic settlement before the Punic Wars of Rome and Carthage. During the Second Punic War the people of Lagos sided with Hannibal and the Carthaginians. That didn't work out so well. The Romans came, then the Visigoths from Toledo, followed by the Byzantines. In the 8th century the Moors arrived.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
Lagos Coastline Walk
Characterful and charming as it is, the historic city of Lagos on the Algarve coast of Southern Portugal has not succumbed to mass tourism, fortunately, retaining much of its distinctive centuries-old heritage. Lagos鈥檚 extensive history is reflected in the varied attractions found throughout the city, such as the ancient Moorish city walls, 17th-century Forte da Ponta da Bandeira and cobbled... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles