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The World’s 100 Best Beaches

Praia da Falésia

Albufeira, Portugal

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST BEACHES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 49 2026
Praia da Falésia

A beach of about 6 km of fine golden sand with clear Atlantic water, backed by red and orange cliffs topped with pines that are higher in the west near Olhos de Água. Several access points from Olhos de Água to Vilamoura lead down via wooden steps and ramps.

Highlights

  • Fine golden sand
  • Red and orange cliffs
  • Clifftop viewpoint walk

Good to know

  • Parking limited; park a few hundred meters away
  • Umbrella and two loungers about €20
  • Waves can be high; avoid cliff bases

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