The Algarve is a beach destination and if you are with contact to the Ria Formosa is also perfect for hiking. In one of the most tourist areas and internationally recognized due to its tourist resorts and golf courses are the beaches of Garrão and Ancão, now connected to the beach of Quinta do Lago and the beach of Faro through a wooden walkway.
Here, there are several routes, totaling almost 7 km, allowing you to go through the final part of the Ria Formosa (the salt lake), next to the golf courses of the resort of Quinta do Lago. Right after the lake is the Ancão Beach and its dunes that connect with Garrão Beach ending at the cliffs, already close to Vale de Lobo beach. On the way we passed the trails of São Lourenço in Ludo area and trails of Quinta do Lago.
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Ancão beach is located at the end of the Ria Formosa lagoon system, still in the area of the Ria Formosa Natural Park, next to the famous Quinta do Lago beach, known for its wooden pedestrian bridge that crosses the Ria Formosa.
Behind is what remains of the pine forest that dotted the cliffs. Between the parking lot and the beach there is a long stretch of dune cord, which protects the entire area from the extreme weather. This is protected and full of plants.
The Ancão beach has three restaurants, located on wooden stakes and on the cliffs where meals are served and some sunsets parties are held. It´s also has all kinds of support existing on concessioned and supervised beaches.
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The Garrão beach is the continuation of the Ancão beach, ending when the highest cliffs start. The garrão beach thus begins in an area with dunes full of plants and continues after a lower cliff. In these two areas, two small lagoons are formed, the largest of which is the Dunas Douradas Lagoon. It is a wetland of fresh water and of special importance for waterfowl, providing visitors with their observation while feeding, resting or nesting.
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A new walkway was recently built in order to discipline an existing trail that connects Garrão beach to Ludo area, near Faro Beach and the international airport. The new walkway allows to contemplate the entire area of dunes and the Ria Formosa in order to minimize the environmental impact. There are also areas for rest, rest and contemplation of the surrounding environment.
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Discover the Algarve Beyond the Tourist Trails
The Algarve is much more than its famous beaches and busy resorts. Some of its most fascinating landscapes can be found along quiet trails, through traditional villages, across rugged hills and in places that remain largely unknown to visitors.
Over the years, we have explored many of these trails ourselves and shared our experiences here on Scannertrip. From the Algarve Barrocal and the mountains of Monchique to the Ria Formosa and the wild landscapes of the Vicentine Coast, each hike has allowed us to discover a different side of the region.
Now, we would love to share these experiences with you.
Hike with Us
We are part of the FreeTour community and offer our hiking experiences completely free of charge.
When you join us, you are not simply following a trail. We will walk together, discover the landscape and share stories, curiosities, local knowledge and practical tips along the way.
Our hikes are informal and relaxed, designed for people who want to experience the Algarve at a slower pace and discover places that are often missed by conventional tourism.
Whether you are passionate about nature, photography, hiking, local culture or simply exploring somewhere new, there is always something waiting to be discovered.
A Hobby We Love to Share
We want to be completely transparent: we are not professional or fluent English-speaking guides. We are simply passionate hikers who love exploring the Algarve and sharing this hobby with others.
English is not our first language, but we will always do our best to communicate clearly and make ourselves understood throughout the hike. Our aim is not to provide a professional guided tour, but rather to share our passion, our experiences and the places we love in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Explore. Walk. Discover.
Every trail has its own character. Some take us through the mountains, others along the coast, through rural landscapes or towards hidden viewpoints. What they all have in common is the opportunity to experience the Algarve from a different perspective.
If you enjoy nature, photography, quiet adventure and authentic places away from the usual tourist routes, join us on our next hike.
Choose your preferred hike, select a date and time, tell us how many people will be joining and fill in the form below. We will then contact you to confirm our availability.
Come and discover the Algarve with us — one trail at a time.
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