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ABOUT ALBUFEIRA albufeira, a city of sport ABOUT ALBUFEIRA

Albufeira, the capital of tourism in .

Bathed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, Albufeira is considered Portugal’s tourism capital.

Centrally located in the , Albufeira boasts a markedly Mediterranean-style climate with pleasant air and sea temperatures, meaning that the expansive golden sandy beaches can be enjoyed year round. The exceptional atmosphere is suitable not only for the widest possible variety of sporting activities but also for discovering the area’s considerable historical and cultural heritage.

This is an exceptional place in which to enjoy a safe, relaxing holiday. Albufeira offers a range of leisure options in highly contrasting settings and ambiences, where you can savour the rich and varied cuisine and discover the hospitality of the locals.

A cosmopolitan city, dotted with the white of the houses in the historical centre, where the blue of sea and the blue of the sky blend into one, and where there are over 300 days of sunshine a year, Albufeira can be reached by motorway from Portugal’s main cities. There’s a modern transport network too, so you can get to any part of the region quickly and easily, and Faro International Airport is just a twenty minute drive away.

Albufeira’s tourism offering is among the best and most varied imaginable: quality accommodation, good sports infrastructure, golf courses, theme parks, water parks, heavenly beaches, nature, nightlife, culture, entertainment and wonderful cuisine. Surrender to the charm of the turquoise sea; surrender to the charm of Albufeira.

A world awaits you !

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A dolphin at Zoomarine, Albufeira

Cataplana, a typical Algarvean dish

Albufeira Marina

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Golf, Albufeira

The Church of São Sebastião, Albufeira

The Pier, Fishermen’s Beach, Albufeira

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