Albufeira Old Town – View of Albufeira's Old Town loop from Albufeira

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Portugal

Algarve

Albufeira e Olhos de Água e Olhos de Água e Olhos de Água

Albufeira Old Town – View of Albufeira's Old Town loop from Albufeira

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Albufeira Old Town – View of Albufeira's Old Town loop from Albufeira

01:56

7.29km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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478 m

Stairway to Peneco Beach

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful stairs, with trays to enjoy the view

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800 m

Kirche Igreja Matriz de Albufeira

Highlight • Religious Site

History: The church was built in the 18th century after an earthquake destroyed the earlier church. It was completed between 1782 and 1800.
Architecture: The Igreja Matriz de Albufeira is designed in the neoclassical style, with a simple but elegant white exterior and an imposing bell tower.
Interior: The interior of the church is equally simple, but contains some notable religious artwork, including altars and statues. Of particular note is the statue of Nossa Senhora da Conceição, the patron saint of Albufeira.
Location: The church is located in the historic center of Albufeira and is a major focal point for both locals and tourists.
Significance: As the city's main church, it plays a central role in the community's religious life and is the setting for many religious festivals and events.

The Igreja Matriz de Albufeira is an important part of the city's cultural and historical heritage, and a significant example of the region's religious architecture.

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946 m

Albufeira Tunnel to Peneco Beach

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Small tunnel that connects the pedestrian area with the beach...

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959 m

Albufeira Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

invites you to stroll

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1.08 km

View of Albufeira's Old Town

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From the slightly higher streets you have a very nice view over the old town of Albufeira.

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1.22 km

Largo Engenheiro Duarte Pacheco

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Large and spacious square in the old town of Albufeira.

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4.19 km

Yellow Cliffs of Praia dos Arrifes

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4.57 km

Praia do INATEL 🏖️ Albufeira

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Praia do INATEL beach in Albufeira, near the hotel complex of the same name, is busy and lively. Golden sand, clean, warm water, and good facilities.

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4.96 km

Lighthouse

7.29 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.57 km

2.64 km

1.01 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.27 km

3.20 km

556 m

156 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 22 October

25°C

9°C

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Comments

November 19, 2025,🚶‍♀️Altstadt Albufeira 🇵🇹

🚶‍♀️ I walked along the beach to the old town of Albufeira. There, I wandered aimlessly, pausing to admire the views over the town and the sea. I returned along the beach.

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