Separated from the bigger Praia Grande do Ferragudo by a 17th-century fort, this is the closest beach to the center of the village of Ferragudo. The water often reaches the fort, but at low tide you can go around the monument to the neighboring beach. In fact, they both become one long beach when the tide is low.
Very few people come here except for a few locals, but if you want an alternative to the more crowded beaches in the area, it’s an option you’ll end up enjoying. You have a view of the Portimão skyline right in front, and the presence of the castle-like fort gives it a romantic atmosphere. The fort is also known as Castelo de São João de Arade and protected the port of Portimão. Today it’s private property and not open for visits.
The water is a mix of the Arade River and the Atlantic, but is clean and good for swimming. It’s very calm, so it’s child-friendly. You’ll see many boats heading into Portimão’s marina or out to sea, and people windsurfing and sailing.
On the northern end are fishing boats and fishermen huts, but there are no facilities here, or even lifeguards. For meals or a bathroom, you have to go to Praia Grande do Ferragudo. If you want shade, bring an umbrella, as there are no rentals.
Location: Ferragudo (Lagoa)
Beach for: Families, Couples
Lifeguards: No
Bathrooms: No
Rentals: No
Bar or Restaurant: No
Accessible: No
Parking: Yes
How to Get to Praia da Angrinha
You can walk to this beach from the center of Ferragudo. If you’re driving, there’s parking behind it. It’s less than 15 minutes from Portimão and just over 15 minutes from Carvoeiro. There’s also a bus that stops nearby. It’s number 110, operated by Vamus, which goes between Portimão and Lagoa about eight times a day on weekdays and only four times on weekends. Because it’s so infrequent, you should go by car or Uber instead.
Beaches by Praia da Angrinha
In addition to the neighboring Praia Grande do Ferragudo, you have Praia dos Caneiros about 5 minutes away by car. In 15 minutes you can also be at the picturesque Praia do Carvoeiro.
Hotels by Praia da Angrinha
Hotel Casabela
This hotel is less than 5 minutes by car from Praia da Angrinha and has direct access to Praia Grande do Ferragudo. It’s surrounded by a tropical garden and offers rooms with balconies with sea views or facing the garden. Other facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a panoramic restaurant and a tennis court.
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Vitor’s Village
Located on a hilltop, about 5 minutes by car from Praia da Angrinha, this property has standard double rooms and fully-equipped apartments. A mini-market provides everything you need to prepare meals in the apartments, but there’s also a restaurant serving international and Portuguese cuisine. Best of all is the large pool surrounded by palm trees.
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One2Seven
Here you have the choice of contemporary apartments and twin rooms. They can be a good value and are a 10-minute walk to the beach. All guests have access to the outdoor swimming pool and to a gym.
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Apartamentos Turísticos Praia Grande
They’re a little dated, but these studios and apartments are a good option if you’re on a budget. You can walk to the beach in about 10 minutes.
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