Aljezur
An unspoiled inland town dominated by a Moorish castle ruins. The primary base for exploring the wild Atlantic surf beaches of Arrifana and Amoreira.
22°C
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Flawless
Sea, sunglasses, repeat. Flawless.
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Portugal Resident4d agoTeachers give up Algarve posts over housing costs
Teachers appointed to schools in the Algarve are giving up their posts before the school year even begins because they cannot afford local housing, according to the head of Aljezur’s The post Teachers give up Algarve posts over housing costs appeared first on Portugal Resident .
The Portugal News4d agoSuccess at Aljezur’s Cattery
The Associacao Ecologista e Zoofila de Aljezur (AEZA, www.aeza.org) was celebrating this week, following the success of its first ever open afternoon on Sunday 6th of September.
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Postal9 SeptTurismo do Algarve leva jornalistas a descobrir a região para além do sol e mar
Três viagens levam jornalistas a conhecer Monchique, Aljezur, Tavira, Loulé, Faro e Ria Formosa durante setembro
Aljezur FAQs
- How many places are listed in Aljezur on Algarve Circle?
- 29 places in Aljezur, including restaurants, services and things to do, each contactable directly with no commission.
- Are there beaches near Aljezur?
- Yes. Beaches near Aljezur include Praia da Amoreira, Praia da Arrifana, Praia da Carreagem, Praia da Pedra da Agulha. See them all at algarvecircle.com/beaches?town=aljezur.
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Eat & Drink
Mangia La Felicità
Mobile pizzeria from the Arte Bianca group, serving wood-fired sourdough pizza around Aljezur and the wider Algarve.
Do
Carrapateira Extreme Tours
Small-group and private outdoor tours in Carrapateira, Algarve: horse riding, surf lessons, SUP, kayaking and bike tours, plus the Surf Villa accommodation.
Sygma SUP School
SUP school in Aljezur with tours to the Ponta da Piedade caves, week-long SUP surf camps, coaching and board rental across the Algarve.
Aljezur Experiences Surf School
Surf lessons in small groups for beginners and intermediates at Arrifana Beach.
Aljezur Surf School
Surf school teaching at Praia da Arrifana and Praia do Monte Clerigo in Aljezur, certified instructors, lessons from €45.
Mission to Surf
Surf camp in the Algarve offering beginner and advanced surf courses with accommodation.
Carrapateira Surf School
A family-run surf school on Praia da Bordeira near Aljezur: small group and private lessons, board and wetsuit rental, and its own beach bar.
Arrifana Surf School & Camp
An 18-year surf school and camp on Arrifana Beach near Aljezur, with group and private lessons, a seasonal beach hut and surf camp stays.
Bodywisdom Holistic Therapies
Therapeutic massage and holistic facials clinic in West Algarve offering wellness treatments.
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Horse Adventure Tours
Family-run horse riding centre near Aljezur in the Costa Vicentina Nature Park, offering trail rides, lessons and equine-assisted therapy since 2017.
Massage Aljezur by Thais Zanna
Restorative therapeutic massage combining physical techniques with mindfulness approaches.
Hashtag Bike Rental
Mountain bike rental and guided cycling tours in Aljezur, Western Algarve.
Stay & Live
CTT Correios de Portugal
Portugal's national postal service; flagship Algarve branch in Faro, plus Locky parcel lockers and Banco CTT services region-wide.
Guthrie Rocha Properties
Real estate agency in Aljezur selling residential and commercial property across the Algarve, with listings as far as Madeira.
Casa Fajara
Rustic boutique hotel in a valley near Carrapateira, 12 en-suite rooms with private terraces, saltwater pool, yoga room and tennis court.
Câmara Municipal de Aljezur
The municipal council for the Aljezur concelho: licensing, planning, water, roads, culture, sport and the events calendar.
Aljezur International School
The Algarve's only west-coast international school: Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level for ages 11-18 from a farmhouse campus near Aljezur.
Releash Aljezur
Boutique guesthouse with 6 private rooms in the village of Aljezur on Portugal's west coast.
Bespoke Aljezur
Property management and real estate services for people seeking to live or invest in Aljezur.
Praia do Canal Nature Retreat
Nature retreat on a 220-hectare estate in Aljezur, with direct beach access, three restaurants and a spa, part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
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PerfectPools4You
Pool cleaning, maintenance, construction and renovation services serving the Algarve.
Arrifana Surf Lodge
Surf lodge offering accommodation and surf tuition packages for all ability levels in Aljezur.
Aljezur Plumbing
Master plumber Sebastian Witt covers bathroom, heating, solar and pool work across Aljezur and the south west Algarve, from Odeceixe to Lagos.
Clínica Vicentina
Medical clinic offering conventional medicine, complementary exams and dental services.
West Coast Realty
Estate agents offering property sales, rentals and holiday lettings in Aljezur region.
Connect
AEZA - Associação Ecologista e Zoófila de Aljezur
Non-profit animal welfare association based in Aljezur since 2001, running the town's municipal kennel with the Câmara Municipal and rehoming dogs and cats.
Associação Humanitária dos Bombeiros Voluntários de Aljezur
Aljezur's volunteer fire and rescue corporation, founded 1975. Emergencies always 112; this listing is for donations and non-urgent contact.
Rota Vicentina – Associação
Non-profit association managing the Rota Vicentina walking and cycling trail network from the Algarve into the Alentejo since 2013.
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