Praia do Loulé Velho Beach, Algarve

Enjoy a refreshing bath in the Atlantic Ocean and discover the remains of ancient civilizations in this quiet beach in Loulé, Algarve.

Praia do Loulé Velho Beach
© Vasco Celio CM Loulé

The trail to Praia do Loulé Velho beach covers a rural valley where ancient hydraulic machinery can be seen, such as aqueducts and water wheels, as well as centuries-old trees, surrounded by interesting magpies and hoopoes.

Formerly known as Praia do Trafal, the eastern area of the beach shows dunes and a wide sandy area. The western one has a more narrow sandy area and some reddish rocky formation. Here, when the sand is moved by the sea it is possible to see remains from a salting factory dating back to the roman period. As well as the mud of an ancient lake system and remains from a time where the sea line was much lower. There are even underwater remains of a Carthaginian city!

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Location:

Praia de Loule Velho, Algarve-

Facilities and services:

Parking, restaurants, WC, summer surveillance, and supporting services.

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