{"id":28417,"date":"2021-03-16T14:07:07","date_gmt":"2021-03-16T14:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seabookings.com\/blog\/things-algarve-winter\/"},"modified":"2025-09-25T09:43:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T09:43:26","slug":"things-algarve-winter","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.seabookings.com\/es\/blog\/things-algarve-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Qu\u00e9 hacer en el Algarve en invierno"},"content":{"rendered":"

What do you think when you hear \u201cAlgarve\u201d? Probably sun, summer, sea and lots of fun in the warm weather right? But did you know that there are also some very good reasons to visit the Algarve<\/a> during winter? Living in the Algarve ourselves, we\u2019ll show you the best things to do in the Algarve in the winter!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Algarve is a quite decent destination for those who wish to escape the cold and wet winters in Northern Europe and enjoy some sunshine and rather mild temperatures. The average days with rainfall from December to March are around 10-15 per month, which isn\u2019t so bad right? The average temperature in these months is around 15-20\u00b0C. These mild temperatures are great if you come from a country where it\u2019s snowing and always around 0\u00b0C!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We personally love the Algarve during winter. And if you do any of the following things to do in the Algarve in the winter you will surely enjoy your holidays in the winter in the Algarve as well!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are our top five things to do in the Algarve in the Winter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Visit the Benagil Cave in Winter<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Yes, this one was to be expected, given that the Benagil cave is our all-time favourite activity! Luckily, there are quite some tours still running through winter, like the tour from Lagos<\/a>, Carvoeiro<\/a> o Portim\u00e3o<\/a>! And the best thing is, that you will have the cave that is usually swamped with people a lot more to yourselves!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As\u00ed que visiting the Benagil cave<\/a> is definitely one of the top things to do in the Algarve in the winter, as this is when you actually get to enjoy it the most! Without the masses of tourists, you will be able to take even more impressive photos! And it\u2019s somewhat romantic, isn\u2019t it? Spending a cosy winter day on board of a boat visiting a rather empty cave! We love it, and that\u2019s why it\u2019s one of the things to do in the Algarve in the winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Hike the Rota Vicentina or Via Algarviana in Winter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you come to the Algarve in the winter, you can actually do some hiking and explore the nature of the Algarve. Something, that isn\u2019t really a great thing to do during summer, as it\u2019s simply too hot. Also in the winter, everything is back to green and alive after the dry summer heat! The perfect time to go hiking in the Algarve!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hiking the Roca Vicentina or Via Algarviana is, therefore, one of our top things to do in the Algarve in the winter. The Rota Vicentina is along the beautiful and wild Costa Vicentina. You can start from the Western point of the Algarve, at Cabo de St. Vicente. From here the Rota Vicentina goes up along the coast, that actually is already part of Alentejo, the next region after the Algarve. It passes the famous beaches of Carrapateira, Arrifana, Odeceixe, and go all the way up to Porto Covo<\/strong>. Here<\/a> you can see the whole map.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

En Via Algarviana<\/a> actually crosses almost the whole inland of the Algarve, so that\u2019s definitely also a beautiful thing to do in the Algarve in the winter. You can also start this from Cabo de St. Vicente and go East! The Via Algarviana takes you through the magic mountains of Monchique, across Silves, past Alte, Barranco do Velho and all the way to Alcoutim<\/strong>. On this route, you get to see very different landscapes from your typical Algarve brochure. That\u2019s why it\u2019s one of the best things to do in the Algarve in the winter, as you get to discover a whole new side of the Algarve!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

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3. Go surfing in the Algarve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Even though most people visit the Algarve during summer to go surfing, the surf is actually much better in the winter! There\u2019s less wind and you get more south-swells, which means there are waves all along the south coast of the Algarve and much closer to your favourite coastal towns!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, it\u2019s not as warm as during summer. But the water temperature is actually not so cold, that you can\u2019t handle it! If you have a good wetsuit, you should be fine! Since most of the surf schools are closed during winter, you already have a lot less crowd! You can join a surf class from Lagos<\/a> or Albufeira. Or you can bring your surfboard, or buy a cheap one and go surfing in the Algarve in the winter. Enjoy clean waves with only a handful of people around you! Definitely one of our favourite things to do in the Algarve in the winter!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

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4. Visit Ria Formosa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Ria Formosa is a beautiful place to visit all year around. This natural reserve is blessed with unique flora! And during winter, you also have the advantage to be able to admire this little paradise without a lot of people around you! That way it will look it even more idyllic, for sure! Our boat tours depart from Fuseta and Olh\u00e3o<\/a> during the winter to take you to the stunning Ria Formosa Natural Reserve!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Join us on one of our tours to Ria Formosa to explore the beautiful deserted islands of the reserve, like Ilha Deserta, Ilha do Farol, Ilha da Culatra and Ilha da Armona. If you enjoy nature you will love Ria Formosa. There are even some bird species that can only be found in Ria Formosa. If you\u2019re lucky, you will even be able to see some flamingos! So visiting Ria Formosa is definitely a great thing to do in the Algarve in the winter!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

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    5. Enjoy long walks on empty beaches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The beaches in the Algarve are beautiful all year round, no matter the season. So you can imagine that during winter, the beaches that are usually so packed with people that you can barely find a spot for your towel, are completely empty during the winter months! But not any less amazing! So that\u2019s why going for walks on empty beautiful beaches in the Algarve is truly one of the awesome things to do in the Algarve in the winter!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Praia da Marinha, Praia da Rocha in Portim\u00e3o, Meia Praia in Lagos – just some of the amazingly beautiful beaches in the Algarve. And during winter you have them practically to yourself. Taking long beach walks clears the mind and will make you feel so good! You wouldn\u2019t even recognise the beaches if you came back in Summer, and you\u2019ll be so grateful to have had the opportunity to enjoy these beaches by yourself in the winter! So grab your coat, go for a walk and enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      You can also join a Wine Tour with tasting, tapas and music from Carvoeiro, Portim\u00e3o or Alvor:<\/p>\n\n\n

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      We hope we could convince you that there are lots of fun things to do in the Algarve in the winter! Even though it\u2019s not as warm as during summer, you have the advantage of not having masses of tourists everywhere. So if you like travelling in more peace and quiet, the Algarve is the perfect winter destination for you!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":28418,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"categories":[43],"tags":[5272,826,401],"destination":[1394],"class_list":["post-28417","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-winter","tag-algarve","tag-things-to-do-in-the-algarve","tag-winter-holidays","destination-36-algarve"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nThings to do in the Algarve in the Winter<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"There are some very good reasons to visit the Algarve during winter. 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