Introducing Monchique
High up above the coast, the picturesque hamlet of Monchique makes a lovely base for exploring mountainous woodlands, with some excellent options for walking, biking or canoeing.
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There’s also an enticing spa town nearby and a marvellous private zoo for endangered species. It’s set in the forested Serra de Monchique, the Algarve’s mountain range, lying some 24km north of Portimão.
Fires regularly affect this area in the summertime, causing widespread damage and frustration at the lack of measures to prevent the annual devastation.
Last updated: Oct 28, 2008
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advice needed for 9 day itinerary
by onelifeloveit 18 April 2011
Hey all. I am looking to spend 9 days in Portugal travelling from Lisbon to the Algarve and need advice on transport options; should I…
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Re: South Portugal (Algarve/Alentejo) in March+April: hiking & camping
by arjmage 08 May 2010
Oh, well I may never get around dto it so here is a short run down of where we trampled through: First a flight to Faro -- then a train…
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RE: Going to Portugal (Algarve/Faro)
by justanothertourist 22 August 2008
Regarding your questions. I have never been to Portugal. Going in October. Any info on what to take to wear? -Summerclothes, maybe an…
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