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Albandeira Arch – View of the Algarve cliffs loop from Capela de Nossa Senhora da Rocha

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Albandeira Arch – View of the Algarve cliffs loop from Capela de Nossa Senhora da Rocha

Moderate

4.9

(246)

917

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Albandeira Arch – View of the Algarve cliffs loop from Capela de Nossa Senhora da Rocha

02:51

10.4km

150m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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174 m

Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Rocha

Highlight • Religious Site

Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Rocha

At Armaçao de Pera stands the Ermida de Nossa Senhora da Rocha chapel.

Worth a visit mainly for its location: 35 meters above the …

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720 m

Praia do Barranco

Beach

2.35 km

Albandeira Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

The rock arch is particularly impressive from below, from Praia da Estaquinha. Access leads through a cave that is only accessible at low tide. It couldn't be more spectacular.

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3.63 km

View of the Algarve cliffs

Highlight • Viewpoint

Incredibly beautiful views over the cliffs of the Algarve.

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4.07 km

Marinha Beach

Highlight • Beach

Unique beach with exciting rock formations

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4.43 km

Natural Arch at Praia da Marinha

Highlight • Natural Monument

Praia Marinha is the ideal starting point for a cliff hike to Cave Benagil, about 2 hours with spectacular views🤩

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5.37 km

Benagil Caves

Highlight • Cave

This well-marked hiking trail between Praia de Marinha and Praia de Vale Centeaes is popular for its breathtaking views and the beautiful rock formations that hang over the water. The …

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7.82 km

Algar dos Capitães — Natural Sea Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

Algar dos capitães - a cave open to the public, but to visit you need a board, kayak or small boat. You can look in from above, but you can't even begin to see the dimensions.

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9.02 km

Praia da Morena

Highlight • Beach

Between the rock formations there are always beautiful sandy beaches that give us access to the sea.

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10.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.15 km

1.72 km

335 m

165 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.53 km

2.46 km

473 m

442 m

397 m

138 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 26 August

26°C

17°C

48 %

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Comments

November 8, 2024,Vila Sra. Da Rocha - Benagil

Beautiful hike on cliff paths along the coast with ever-changing fantastic views

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May 24, 2025,Algarve_pur_01_Parkplatz_Benagil_Praia_Seguara_12_8_KM

Have fun on your vacation too😀Best wishes to Christel

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March 22, 2022,Benagil naar Armação de Pera

Already the last walk along these beautiful coasts.

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April 15, 2025,Forte E Capela Nossa Senhora da Rocha nach Benagil

The magnificent coastline is a must-see.
Caution is advised in rain, as the path becomes slippery.

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May 29, 2022,Von Praia da Marinha - Senhora da Rocha

A very nice coastal walk. Many small bays that can only be reached by boat. Very impressive rock faces. Sturdy shoes, sure-footedness and a head for heights are important. The entire route is unmarked.

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February 17, 2024,Algarve Küsten Entdeckungstour II

Natural Arches of Praia da Marinha, Praia da Marinha, Praia da Malhada do Baraço, Arco de Albandeira.

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Albandeira Arch – View of the Algarve cliffs loop from Capela de Nossa Senhora da Rocha

Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Rocha

Albandeira Arch

View of the Algarve cliffs

Marinha Beach

Natural Arch at Praia da Marinha

Benagil Caves

Algar dos Capitães — Natural Sea Arch

Praia da Morena

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