Artisans in the Algarve
24 listings in the Algarve
Artisans across the Algarve crafting ceramics, textiles, art and handmade goods: buy local, buy original.
Artisans by town


Alma Luz Distillery
Award-winning artisan dry gin distilled in Praia da Luz from Algarve botanicals, by three friends who grew up here.


Porches Pottery
@porchespottery
The dream of two exceptional artists, Porches Pottery has been making the regions most unique, original & best loved pottery and tiles for over fifty-five years


Algarve Candle Co.
Hand-poured soy candles, reed diffusers and fragrance sprays, made locally in Quarteira since 2020.


Olaria Pequena (The Little Pottery)
Father-and-daughter pottery studio and shop near Porches, hand-making platters, bowls, tiles and prints since 1981.

Olaria Nova
Family-run ceramics workshop and shop in Lagos old town, making handmade pottery in styles from ethnic to Nordic.


Burros e Artes
Pottery studio near Odeceixe (Aljezur) run by André da Costa and Elsa Ribeiro, offering hands-on ceramics workshops and handmade artisan pieces since 2008.

Galeria Meinke Flesseman
Portimao gallery of Dutch-Algarve painter Meinke Flesseman, showing her layered, textured canvases, open by appointment Mon, Wed and Fri mornings.


Canastra
Regional Algarve products shop in Estoi: cane basketry, carob wood boards, own-production orange specialities and Algarve wines.

João Mendes – Artesanato Regional
Regional artisan crafts specialist in Loulé, Algarve, importing and exporting traditional handmade goods.


Monterosa Olive Oil
Extra virgin olive oil producer in eastern Algarve offering Premium varieties and guided grove and mill tours.


SÖNMUN
Handmade textile design studio creating tufted home decor pieces and offering workshops.


Susana Mendez Studio
Portuguese textile artist creating hand-woven pieces inspired by nature and geometric patterns.


Salmarim
Handcrafted flor de sal producer from the Castro Marim salt marshes in Portugal.


ARSUL
Specialist in awnings, bioclimatic structures, sails, pergolas and similar products since 1985.

Casa do Medronho
Working recreation of a traditional medronho distillery in Marmelete (Monchique), run by the parish council, with tastings, tours and workshops.


Lanmetal
Civil metalworking company specializing in doors, gates, railings, stairs and metal structures.






Carpintaria Travessia Moderna
Carpentry and joinery services for interior and exterior woodwork throughout the Algarve.


Silmadeiras
Timber and wood products merchant in Silves, supplying doors, flooring, decking and kitchen and wardrobe joinery.


Terracota do Algarve
Handcrafted terracotta tiles, traditional ceramics and decorative items produced in the Algarve.


Ana Nobre
Artist creating original upcycled art through painting, drawing, sculpture and sewing.


Toldegarve
Manufacture and installation of awnings, pergolas, parasols and metal structures in the Algarve.

Artisans in the Algarve: FAQs
How many artisans are there in the Algarve?
Algarve Circle lists 24 artisans across the Algarve, each with direct contact and real reviews, and no commission.
Which artisans are on Algarve Circle?
They include Alma Luz Distillery, Porches Pottery, Algarve Candle Co., Olaria Pequena (The Little Pottery), Olaria Nova.
Where in the Algarve can I find artisans?
Among other towns: Lagos, Porches, Quarteira, Odeceixe, Portimão, Estoi.
