Benagil Caves – Benagil Cliffs and Beach loop from Praia da Marinha

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Algarve

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Benagil Caves – Benagil Cliffs and Beach loop from Praia da Marinha

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Benagil Caves – Benagil Cliffs and Beach loop from Praia da Marinha

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3.53km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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190 m

View of the Natural Arches at Praia da Marinha

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Praia da Marinha is a beach in the Algarve, the southernmost Portuguese province. It belongs to the administrative area of Lagoa and is located in the so-called "Rock Algarve". Many …

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475 m

Natural Arch at Praia da Marinha

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Beautiful part of the 7 hanging valleys trail

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674 m

Praia da Mesquita and Heart Rock Viewpoint

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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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858 m

Arco de Albandeira

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In the evening sun, the rock layers light up in an intense red, very impressive. Wine, something to eat and take a blanket with you and enjoy.

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860 m

Elephant Rock Viewpoint

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Nature has created an incredibly beautiful rocky landscape here. Experiencing a sunset there must be simply wonderful.

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1.49 km

Benagil Caves

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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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1.81 km

View of Benagil Cave from above

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Anyone spending their holiday here in the Algarve should definitely visit the rocky coast and the caves of Benagil.

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1.92 km

Benagil Cliffs and Beach

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Beautiful area! A visit is always worthwhile.

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3.53 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.51 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.42 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 20 October

24°C

9°C

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Comments

October 4, 2024,Impressionen bei Benagil

Hello everyone! Today we had to return the rental car at 12 noon, so we did a short tour nearby. We started at Praia da Marinha. There is a free parking lot here. However, you should get there early (preferably in the off-season! Otherwise it is too full) as the parking spaces are very popular and lots of people use …

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September 24, 2024,Algarve / Praia da Marinha nach Benagil - die sieben hängenden Täler

On this wonderful late summer day we continued to Praia da Marinha. Parked the holiday car and walked part of the very well-known hiking trail Lagoa PR1 - The Seven Hanging Valleys to Benagil.

Simply great 👍 here with many beautiful sights - impressive rock formations, steep cliffs, large and small sea caves and beautiful beaches 🤩

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August 12, 2024,Escursione Algarve

Beautiful trails and above all breathtaking landscapes

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October 3, 2022,🇵🇹 Klippenweg von Benagil bis Praia da Marinha 🚶🏼‍♀️🚶🏻‍♂️

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Our second goal today was actually the Praia da Marinha, from which we wanted to walk to the Alfanzina lighthouse. But even today we couldn't find a parking space in the relatively large parking lot. We then drove towards Benagil and started the "cliff hike" towards Praia de Marinha. Since it was really hot again today …

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