Introduction

Monte Gordo is a small village only 5Km from Spain, and 52 from the international airport of Faro. All the "Sotavento" Algarvian coast is accessible where you can find typical, and cultural discoveries of Portugal. Sea and River are natural features of the area, with beautiful, white sandy beaches, and the nature reserves on the banks of the River Guadiana, which is the natural frontier between Spain and Portugal.

General Information

The village started as a fishing station from where a wall of net was stretched out to sea to catch the passing tuna. Today it is a community of hotels and restaurants enjoying this most sheltered part of the Algarve. Temperatures are generally higher here than further west. Whilst this can be a bonus for autumn or winter breaks it can be just too hot for parts of the summer.

Facilities

Facilities include plenty of shops and local amenities, as well as excellent nightlife in the form of restaurants, bars and discos. There is also a casino if you like to gamble, and there are numerous other amenities within the resort.

Nature

Famous for its endless flat, sandy beaches and clear warm, water. Behind this scenic town is a nature reserve that stretches to Casto Marim, and a trip would be really worthwhile for nature lovers.

Alternative Activities

With Spain in sight across the bay many visitors choose to make a visit to the nearby town of Vila Real de St Antonio from where there is a ferry across to the Spanish town of Ayamonte. Apart from the facilities in the resort of Monte Gordo, hiring a car can give your holiday greater potential. With a car you could choose to visit the vast natural park of Donana, the city of Seville or the historic Rock of Gibraltar. At the eastern end of the Algarve, close to the Rio Guadiana and Spanish border the

Comments

Fine sandy beach. Lively atmosphere. Best for couples and families with children looking for a resort with all good amenities and nearby nightlife.