Local Area

The 5* resort at Parque da Floresta is situated on the boundaries of the Costa Vicentina Nature Reserve, a large area of unspoilt countryside which is widely recognised as a place of special environmental and ecological importance. Stretching along this part of the coast are secluded bays, rugged cliffs and beautiful, uncrowded stretches of sandy beaches with simple bars for you to relax in.

With its maze of narrow, winding streets and bustling squares full of pavement restaurants, bars and night clubs as well as shops of all description, is the historic port of Lagos.

To the west lies Sagres and the famous lighthouse at Cape St Vincent, the most south-westerly point in continental Europe which was known as “the end of the world”, by the great Portuguese mariners who passed this way.

About 25 minutes drive to the north west bring you to the Atlantic Coast with numerous golden, sandy beaches and surfers paradise like Amado, an amazing beach thats literally miles long and often desserted.

With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, the region is perfect for holidays, which can be as active or relaxing as you wish.