Alentejo Coast · Portugal

Vila Nova de Milfontes

The Princess of Alentejo

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Beaches

Where the Mira meets the Atlantic

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Wild, crystal-clear beaches with few crowds. Milfontes has some of the best beaches on the Alentejo Coast.

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Farol Beach - One Beach, Two Sceneries

Right next to Franquia beach, is located Farol beach. Between the two beaches there is a jetty that, when the tide allows, enables transitions from one to another. This way, you can enjoy a few moments in the calmer waters of Franquia beach and move then to Farol beach, which has…

Praia da Franquia, Vila Nova de Milfontes

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Franquia Beach – Calm Waters

Praia das Furnas, Vila Nova de Milfontes

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Furnas Beach - River and Sea in Only One Beach

Lifeguard Beach

Malhão Beach - Wild Beauty

Points of Interest

Discover Milfontes

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From the fortress to the estuary, from the historic town to the Natural Park — there is always something to discover.

Milfontes Dock: A New Life

If you search in the Internet for "Milfontes dock" you will most certainly find pictures of the old dock. With all its cracks and its antiquated look, the old dock is missed by all who grew diving there, or those who have spent hours fishing there. But like everything in life,…

Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Graça, Milfontes

Nossa Senhora da Graça Church

Porto das Barcas - Vila Nova de Milfontes Soul

Things to Do

Adventure & Nature

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From water sports to nature trails — Milfontes is a natural playground.

Surf & Bodyboard

Waves for all levels at Farol and Malhão beaches

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Kayaking

Mira River — one of the best kayaking routes in the country

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Birdwatching

Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park

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Mountain Biking

Trails through the Natural Park with stunning views

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Geocaching

Dozens of caches hidden in and around Milfontes

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Hiking Trails

Rota Vicentina and local coastal paths

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Where to Eat

Flavours of Alentejo

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From fresh seafood to award-winning cuisine.

Seafood, Portuguese, Grilled

A Fateixa

Restaurant overlooking the Mira River, known for fresh fish, grilled dishes and dishes such as monkfish rice and tuna steak.

Alcanto

Alentejo, Portuguese, International

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Alento

Alentejo, Portuguese, International

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Brunch by Riverside

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Where to Stay

Sleep in Milfontes

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From heritage tourism to hotels with views over the Mira.

Hotel

A'MAR Bed and Breakfast

Small bed and breakfast in Alagoachos, with seven rooms, outdoor pool and economical profile, designed for simple and peaceful stays outside the town center.