Portugal Resident3d agoBel Oui embraces the freedom of artistic expression in Silves
German artist Valerie Tobin, better known as Bel Oui, is currently exhibiting at Espaço JALI in Silves, where her latest exhibition, VAGUE, celebrates the freedom to experiment, change direction and The post Bel Oui embraces the freedom of artistic expression in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News30 OctSilves gears up for the ‘Impossible Climb’, as 30 riders take on a near-vertical hill
Thirty Portuguese and Spanish riders will take on a 110-metre hillside, with gradients of more than 80% in places, at the 23rd Subida Impossível (Impossible Climb) competition, which returns to Silves on 8 November.
The Portugal News22 OctProperty of the Week: Exceptional 4-Bedroom Hilltop Villa with Panoramic Views over the Arade River & Silves
Set in an enviable elevated position overlooking the Arade River and the historic town of Silves, this beautifully presented 4-bedroom villa with 4 bathrooms offers a rare combination of privacy, tranquillity, traditional Algarve charm and exceptional outdoor living.
Portugal Resident22 OctDaredevil riders take on Silves’ “Impossible Climb”
One of the Algarve’s most spectacular motorsport challenges is returning to Silves, promising another morning of roaring engines, steep climbs and plenty of failed attempts to reach the top. The The post Daredevil riders take on Silves’ “Impossible Climb” appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 OctJazz in the Wineries returns to Silves for 10th edition
Silves’ popular Jazz nas Adegas (Jazz in the Wineries) is returning for its 10th edition, bringing live music back to vineyards and wine estates across the municipality from November 2026 The post Jazz in the Wineries returns to Silves for 10th edition appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctSilves celebrates All Saints’ Fair with four days of festivities
Silves will host its traditional All Saints’ Fair (Feira de Todos os Santos) from October 29 to November 1, bringing four days of music, traditional food, fairground rides and family The post Silves celebrates All Saints’ Fair with four days of festivities appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctCouple arrested in Algarve over ‘fake accident’ scam targeting elderly
A man and woman, both aged 45, have been arrested in Silves, in the Algarve, on suspicion of carrying out a “fake accident” scam targeting elderly victims. The pair were The post Couple arrested in Algarve over ‘fake accident’ scam targeting elderly appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctSilves Rotary hikers complete 110km charity challenge
After seven days of challenging terrain, aching muscles and unpredictable weather, the intrepid hikers from the Rotary Club of Silves have completed their 110km charity challenge, reaching the lighthouse at The post Silves Rotary hikers complete 110km charity challenge appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctNew Silves rubbish truck damaged by fire
One of Silves Council’s new rubbish collection trucks has been damaged by fire, prompting the Algarve municipality to appeal for greater care over what residents put into waste containers. The The post New Silves rubbish truck damaged by fire appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident20 OctHalloween fun for families at Krazy World in Algarve
Krazy World, the family theme park in Algoz, Silves, is celebrating Halloween with a special programme of activities running until November 1. The celebrations began on October 17, offering families The post Halloween fun for families at Krazy World in Algarve appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctPhotographer Eric Roth hosts special pop-up exhibition in Silves
Zephyr Gallery in Silves will welcome American photographer Eric Roth for a special pop-up artist event on Saturday, October 24. Running from 11am to 2pm, the event will give visitors The post Photographer Eric Roth hosts special pop-up exhibition in Silves appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident19 OctBagamel celebrates 50 years of Algarve tradition with an eye on the future
Fifty years after it was founded in Silves, Bagamel is celebrating its rich heritage of producing traditional Algarve spirits and liqueurs, while looking confidently to the future under the leadership The post Bagamel celebrates 50 years of Algarve tradition with an eye on the future appeared first on Portugal Resident
The Portugal News16 Oct110km challenge
The RC Silves 14-member team faced a 110km walk over 7 days.
Portugal Resident12 OctAlgarve students return triumphant from UK diplomacy conference
Students from the Agrupamento de Escolas Silves Sul received a hero’s welcome at Faro Airport on Sunday evening after returning from a successful Model United Nations (MUN) conference in Manchester, The post Algarve students return triumphant from UK diplomacy conference appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident8 OctSheep and goats unlikely groundskeepers at Algarve golf resort
Golfers at Amendoeira Golf Resort in Silves are sharing the surroundings with some unusual groundskeepers – a flock of 70 sheep and 20 goats that help maintain the resort’s extensive The post Sheep and goats unlikely groundskeepers at Algarve golf resort appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Algarve Daily News6 OctSilves: Meet the shepherd and four-legged maintenance crew who keep Amendoeira Golf Resort in good trim
Every day, shepherd André Gonçalves leads his flock of sheep and goats across hundreds of hectares of the Amendoeira Golf Resort in Alcantarilha, part of the Algarve's Silves municipality, giving the courses a rural trim under the curious gaze of visiting golfers.
The Portugal News6 OctCarobs take the spotlight in the Algarve
This month, carob will take centre stage in a series of workshops and tastings being held across Silves, as the municipality continues its programme marking World Tourism Day 2026.
The Portugal News6 OctFake CTT workers arrested in Algarve
Two men have been arrested in Silves after allegedly posing as CTT employees to collect parcels without paying for them.
Algarve Daily News5 OctTwo men arrested in Silves after posing as CTT postmen to steal parcels
Two men, aged 19 and 26, have been arrested by the GNR in Silves on suspicion of fraud, after allegedly collecting a series of strangers’ parcels from CTT, Portugal's postal service, the force said in a statement. The suspect were caught with goods worth about €3,500, the GNR says.
Portugal Resident5 OctRotary Club of Silves takes on 110km challenge for Algarve children
A 14-strong team from the Rotary Club of Silves will set off on Saturday, October 10, on a 110km walking challenge to raise funds for children in the Algarve with The post Rotary Club of Silves takes on 110km challenge for Algarve children appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News30 SeptRotary Club of Silves Takes On 110km Trek for Children’s Early Intervention
The Rotary Club of Silves is calling for volunteers and community support to raise funds for local children desperately needing help with learning and language difficulties.
Portugal Resident22 Sept83-year-old joins Silves Rotary’s 110km charity trek
An 83-year-old walker is preparing to tackle a 110km trek across the western Algarve as the Rotary Club of Silves enters the final weeks of training for its latest fundraising The post 83-year-old joins Silves Rotary’s 110km charity trek appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident21 SeptAlgarvensis receives official UNESCO Global Geopark certificate
The Algarvensis UNESCO Global Geopark has received its official certificate, marking the latest milestone in the international recognition of a vast territory spanning Albufeira, Loulé and Silves. The certificate was The post Algarvensis receives official UNESCO Global Geopark certificate appeared first on Portugal Res
Portugal Resident18 SeptCarob takes centre stage in Silves for World Tourism Day
Fábrica do Inglês in Silves will put the spotlight on one of the Algarve’s most characteristic products this month, with carob taking centre stage as part of the municipality’s World The post Carob takes centre stage in Silves for World Tourism Day appeared first on Portugal Resident .