Praia Santa — Attraction in undefined

This is a lovely secluded beach that can be easily reached by a coastal path that's starts at the View in Salema and runs through a small wooded area before following the coast,following the blue arrow.....when we got there the tide was al.ost fully in so only a small strip of sand to lie on but there is a rock shelf to lie on . There were a couple of fishermen on the headlands but no one else ....could therefore enjoy the sun and sea naked....I think Elfi may have taken a picture of me from a distance .later on another couple joined us on the beach ...and likewise the husband enjoyed the beach as God intended...the fort further on was a bit...

The far west the Algarve is part of the Alentejo natural park and perfect for secret cove hunters. Walk west from Salema, along remote cliff paths, to a series of tiny wild coves. About 10 minutes away are Praia da Santa and Praia da Figueira, beneath the ruins of an old fort. Look for tracks in the stone left by dinosaurs 125 million years ago. History lovers can also seek out Fortaleza de Almádena, a yellow stone ruin facing the sea three miles east of Salema, with Arabic arches and a 17th-century chapel. While da Santa and Figueira beaches are quite wild, Praia da Salema nearby has a lifeguard in the summer, plus cafes and...

Gorgeous little beach 15 minute walk from salema. It is long and shallow so it may be large or nonexistent based on the tides. When we were there it was mid tide and so we had some sand but not as much as some other photos. I would avoid this beach if it is a high tide or the wind is coming from the water because you may not have any sand. Secluded enough to be clothing optional as long as you're tasteful about it. There is a little cave where you can be shaded provided the tide is...