Alvor is a typical and traditional portuguese fishing village which become one of the most charming places by the sea.       Nowadays, Alvor is one of the places most visited by tourists, with  hotels, luxury villas, apartments and wonderful beaches.

 

Ria de Alvor, one of the most important ecological areas in the south of the Algarve, is a natural sanctuary, deserving every respect and efforts of preservation. This delicate area is used by migrating birds as place of passage, feeding and rest.

 

On the outskirts of Alvor, you can find Penina Golf Course and Alto Golf Course, both 18 hole courses designed by Sir Henry Cotton.

 

In this area, despite the touristic growth, you are still in contact with the real Portugal and it is still possible to see fishermen doing their daily routine and bringing the fish into the old quay. However, Alvor counts on plenty of modern structures to offer you all amenities and comfort. The narrow streets are filled with excellent restaurants, bars, shops and great nightlife, and, as expected, fish and shellfish is the area’s specialty.