RC - Patã Residence is ideally located in the typical fishing village of Olhos de Agua, a prime zone east of Albufeira.
The name "Olhos de Água" derives from small freshwater springs that flow into the sea, along the beach in the sand and rocks. These famous "Olheiros" gave the town its name. A phenomenon of rare beauty and a major tourist spot. Nearby there is a natural pool, paradise for all ages.
The property is well
connected to the main sights of the city with a bus stop 100 meters away (Patã
de Baixo), taxi station and train station Albufeira (Albufeira - Ferreiras, Albufeira) 7 km. It is provided a
direct shuttle service to and from Faro International Airport, located 34-minute
drive.
Only 5 minutes from the golf
course Pine Cliffs Golf and Country Club and Balaia Golf Village. In Vilamoura are
the golf courses Victoria, Millennium, Laguna, Old Course, Pinhal, Vila Sol ...
Also nearby is the Serenity Spa (Pine Cliffs),
tennis court (Annabel Croft Tennis Academy just 2km from RC - Property), Sports Hall, athletics track, the fresh market, bars with live music, tipical restaurants and some with take-away!
Within 10/15 minutes has
several water parks to choose (Aquashow, Aqualand, Slide & Splash...).
The largest Shopping in the
Algarve, Algarve Shopping, is located 10 minutes.
You can see the Algarve events guide/agenda in: http://bit.ly/1xTYkLA
You can see the Albufeira events agenda in: http://albufeira.pt/agenda (please select the british flag in superior right corner)
You can see the Loulé events agenda in (only in portuguese): http://www.cm-loule.pt/pt/329/Agenda%20Municipal/boletim.aspx
You can see the Algarve events guide/agenda in: http://bit.ly/1xTYkLA
You can see the Albufeira events agenda in: http://albufeira.pt/agenda (please select the british flag in superior right corner)
You can see the Loulé events agenda in (only in portuguese): http://www.cm-loule.pt/pt/329/Agenda%20Municipal/boletim.aspx
Other entertainments and
attractions are also nearby such as:
à Krazy world
zoo;
àAdventure
park;
àFIESA sand
sculptures;
àMinigolf;
àCliff
Richard’s winery visits;
àEquestrian
center (only 2,5km from RC-Patã Residence);
àBullring;
àWater
activities (cruises with barbecue on the beach option and caves circuit),
powerboat, jet ski , pedalos, banana, buoys, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing,
surfing, fishing, diving, parasailing, kitesurf, water skiing, wakeboarding, paragliding , paragliding, hang gliding, fishing ...;
àCity tour (tours
in the Algarve and also for the rest of the country);
àTransfers
and discounts (for golf, restaurants and attractions);
àSafaris,
quads, and karting;
àRunning
track;
àAlbufeira recreational park ("Parque lúdico" in portuguese);
àAlbufeira recreational park ("Parque lúdico" in portuguese);
àThe typical
folklore;
àFado;
àPedestrian promenade (lies a pedestrian circuit right in front of the property);
àVilamoura Environmental Park, classified as IBA - Important Bird Area by Birdlife International criteria. There can be observed the rare purple heron, little bittern and the purple swamp-hen and more common but of great interest as the Grey heron or goldfinch. In Vilamoura Environmental Park are recorded around 100 different species of birds annually;
à Craft workshop "Tapete mágico";
à It's in Albufeira that lies the largest Algarve Congress Palace, more information at: http://bit.ly/1ARcU6g
àFor those who enjoy natural environments, nothing beats a good hike and the possibility of being surprised at the peculiarity of some places of extreme beauty. In addition to the excellent weather, especially in late winter and throughout the spring, Albufeira offers several scenarios for sightseeing such as the Praia da Falesia.
During high tide, the sea invites you to excellent walks on the beach. In Praia da Falesia you can either walk on the sand, as always at the top of the cliff with the sea as a backdrop.
In Açoteias area there are numerous trails and paths that invite a walk or a bike ride. Every morning, there are many who choose this area as jogging. Breathtaking views and excellent conditions for sports that include Track Cross Country Açoteias home of the mythical Almond Blossom Cross.
à For those who like to enjoy the birds Salgados lagoon is a great choice. Visit for more information: http://www.avesdeportugal.info/sitlagoasalg.html
àBike rides
àVarious shows, events, festivals, exhibitions and fairs such as Fisherman Festival, the sardines festival and summer festival (both in Olhos de Água), the county party, New Year, Vicente, beer festival, the folkloric, feast of octopus, popular saints, orada, exposure of wine among many others.
Without forgetting the summer season events in the area of Eng Duarte Pacheco music and cultural shows and entertainment for all ages and also has selling crafts and street entertainment.
Festivities and Popular Festivals
There are popular events in Albufeira throughout the year. The various summer festivities and festivals , organised by the local associations deserve a visit. Here we highlight a few:
One of the most important religious events in August is the festivity for more than 500 year in honour of Nossa Senhora da Orada, consisting of a beautiful and emotional procession to the sea involving the entire city.
The summer events include the commemoration of the Municipality Day, on 20th August, when the Charter was given to the city by King Manuel I (20th August 1504). Every year both locals and tourists alike enjoy this festivity wich end a magnicicent music show on the Praia dos Pescadores, followed by fireworks.
Another omportant religious event is the destivity in honour of São Vicente. Since it was first staged in 1965, Albufeira has never ceased to pay homage to São Vicente in his martydown, on 3rd september.
The Fishermen´s Festivals, on the first weekend of september, are very popular. In addition to the typical stalls with tradicional dishes and savouries, it tries to bring back to life the typical old games that used to be played on the Praia dos Pescadores during the city festivities.
Culturally, in the municipality of Albufeira you can find several monuments:
à Marina de Albufeira;
à View point;
à Garden from terrace Dr. Frutuoso da Silva;
à Municipal garden (in Montechoro);
à Salgados Natural Reserve ;
à Avenida dos Descobrimentos;
à Paderne Castle ;
à Albufeira's Theater;
à City Council;
à Fisherman's beach;
à Largo Eng. Duarte Pacheco (Old Town Square) and its free live entertainment;
à Football Stadium;
à Municipal pools
à Alfarrobeira's Park;
à Históric Center;
à Museums (Archaeology, Accordion, Sacred art...);
à Churches (Igreja Matriz, S. Sebastião, Sant'Ana, Ermida de N. Sra da Orada...) and Chapels(Capela da Misericórdia...);
à St. Vincent Statue;
à Clock Tower;
à Church Street Arch;
à Building of the Ancient Inn;
à Castle Wall in Albufeira (village gate);
à Samora Barros Art Galery;
à The numerous and beautifull roundabouts;
à The Strip in Oura (with its bars and nightclubs);
The name Albufeira derives from Albuhera which means Ocean Castle.
"The current area of the municipality of Albufeira is occupied by humans at least since 2000 BC The Romans gave it the designation of Baltum and the Arabs. Who occupied in 716, named it Albuar and Albuhera ('the sea '' pond ', according to other experts "ocean castle', from which it derives the place-name".
The name Algarve derives from Al garb which means land of the sunset.
The hospitality and friendliness characterize the people. It is a central, unique and very cosmopolitan, sought by tourism worldwide. There's always something special for everyone. All this and the best climate in Portugal (mild temperatures in winter and over 300 days of sunshine per year) makes this a fantastic destination location throughout the year.
A dream destination that, once visited, becomes truly unforgettable and inevitably contagious. This is the charm of Olhos de Água!
Algarve
White sand beaches bordering the Atlantic, picturesque fishing villages, interior hills with their rural way of life and wild vegetation and cities and towns that still preserve the legacy of five centuries of Arab occupation. This is the Algarve! A region that promises to surprise you all year.
Land of sun and sea, the Algarve proudly boasts its rocks raising them as is true sculptures it comes up, revealing them in a blue background exposure and gold sprinkled fine and warm sands.
The Algarve is green in his landscapes faithfully reflected in the clear waters of the Guadiana inhabited by truly lovely species that give life and harmony and various game species that are the delight of hunters and barrocal hounds.
And the Algarve is green and orange, yellow and red in their cultures, fresh shades revealed primarily in the orchards of oranges and their juicy and generous strawberry fields.
Rich land in historical, cultural and religious heritage by the influences of people who in Algarve find their home. the Algarve has the maximum exponent a perfect balance between antiquity and modernity.
Always a whirlwind, a corridinho of joy, music and vitality, the Algarve is a people which tempers its cuisine Intangible Heritage of Humanity with sea salt and the product of enriched earth with a golden oil.The Algarve is therefore an land of endless flavorings.
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Spread out your towel on the sand and race towards the first wave to hit coast. A dip in the Atlantic Ocean is all you need to cleanse your mind of its worries and begin to enjoy the holiday of a lifetime.
Running, jumping, flying, swimming, diving. In the Algarve's paradise landscape, there are so many different physical activities available that you'll be constantly on the move! Take advantage of your holidays to try your hand al a little sailing, windsurfing or underwater fishing. If you're not a fan of the water, then try a round of golf. Or oerhaps you might prefer a stimulating game of tennis played against a lush green backdrop, or a horse ride in the evening sun.
Take a deep breath and fill your lungs with all the energy you need to set off and discover an entirely new world in different shades of green. Breathtaking landscapes, never-ending beaches and a great diversity of protected environments make the Algarve an inviting and relaxing, but above all natural, place to be.
à Gastronomy and food, eating out in the Algarve
The rich and varied gastronomy is one of the Algarve’s invitation cards, gathering recipes from the coastal area and from the inland regions.
This is certainly not a 'fast-food' society; the staple diet is one of fish, meat, vegetables and fruit. Portugal's national dish is 'bacalhau'; a dried, salted codfish. This may be considered strange when fresh fish is so abundant, but this fish holds such a place in their hearts, minds (and stomachs) that the Portuguese traditionally have bacalhau with olive oil, cabbages, potatoes and chickpeas for their Christmas Dinner.
The Algarve is just one of the many Portuguese gastronomic paradises for those who enjoy fish and shellfish.
Every morning boats arrive with their fresh caught fish that is carefully prepared by the Algarvios (as people from the Algarve are called in Portugal) at the many fine restaurants. Some of the most popular fish dishes are the fish soups, the octopus rice, whelks’ dish with kidney beans, the fish-stew and the shellfish açorda.
Inland it's a different story, about vegetable plots, flocks of sheep fed by the green mountains and the smell of wild flowers. From the broad beans to the cherry chicken and the bean stew, all the inland dishes have a unique countryside label.
àPedestrian promenade (lies a pedestrian circuit right in front of the property);
àVilamoura Environmental Park, classified as IBA - Important Bird Area by Birdlife International criteria. There can be observed the rare purple heron, little bittern and the purple swamp-hen and more common but of great interest as the Grey heron or goldfinch. In Vilamoura Environmental Park are recorded around 100 different species of birds annually;
à Craft workshop "Tapete mágico";
à Via Algarviana - Via Algarviana is a Great Pedestrian Route (GR13) which connects Alcoutim to Cabo de São Vicente, with a length of 300km, mostly installed in the Algarve mountain . It is intended that became part of the Trans-European routes, linking to the E4 and E9. Visit for more information: http://www.viaalgarviana.org/index.php/the-track/?lang=en
à Ecovia - The Algarve Ecovias are a number of cycle routes, naturally with a preferential use of bicycle. Are part of a master plan set to the Algarve, that consists of 4 main areas: Ecovia coastline, the Guadiana Ecovia, Ecovia Costa Vicentina and Ecovia interior. Visit for more information: http://www.ecoviasalgarve.org/à It's in Albufeira that lies the largest Algarve Congress Palace, more information at: http://bit.ly/1ARcU6g
àFor those who enjoy natural environments, nothing beats a good hike and the possibility of being surprised at the peculiarity of some places of extreme beauty. In addition to the excellent weather, especially in late winter and throughout the spring, Albufeira offers several scenarios for sightseeing such as the Praia da Falesia.
During high tide, the sea invites you to excellent walks on the beach. In Praia da Falesia you can either walk on the sand, as always at the top of the cliff with the sea as a backdrop.
In Açoteias area there are numerous trails and paths that invite a walk or a bike ride. Every morning, there are many who choose this area as jogging. Breathtaking views and excellent conditions for sports that include Track Cross Country Açoteias home of the mythical Almond Blossom Cross.
à For those who like to enjoy the birds Salgados lagoon is a great choice. Visit for more information: http://www.avesdeportugal.info/sitlagoasalg.html
àVarious shows, events, festivals, exhibitions and fairs such as Fisherman Festival, the sardines festival and summer festival (both in Olhos de Água), the county party, New Year, Vicente, beer festival, the folkloric, feast of octopus, popular saints, orada, exposure of wine among many others.
Without forgetting the summer season events in the area of Eng Duarte Pacheco music and cultural shows and entertainment for all ages and also has selling crafts and street entertainment.
Festivities and Popular Festivals
There are popular events in Albufeira throughout the year. The various summer festivities and festivals , organised by the local associations deserve a visit. Here we highlight a few:
One of the most important religious events in August is the festivity for more than 500 year in honour of Nossa Senhora da Orada, consisting of a beautiful and emotional procession to the sea involving the entire city.
The summer events include the commemoration of the Municipality Day, on 20th August, when the Charter was given to the city by King Manuel I (20th August 1504). Every year both locals and tourists alike enjoy this festivity wich end a magnicicent music show on the Praia dos Pescadores, followed by fireworks.
Another omportant religious event is the destivity in honour of São Vicente. Since it was first staged in 1965, Albufeira has never ceased to pay homage to São Vicente in his martydown, on 3rd september.
The Fishermen´s Festivals, on the first weekend of september, are very popular. In addition to the typical stalls with tradicional dishes and savouries, it tries to bring back to life the typical old games that used to be played on the Praia dos Pescadores during the city festivities.
Culturally, in the municipality of Albufeira you can find several monuments:
à Marina de Albufeira;
à View point;
à Garden from terrace Dr. Frutuoso da Silva;
à Municipal garden (in Montechoro);
à Salgados Natural Reserve ;
à Avenida dos Descobrimentos;
à Paderne Castle ;
à Albufeira's Theater;
à City Council;
à Fisherman's beach;
à Largo Eng. Duarte Pacheco (Old Town Square) and its free live entertainment;
à Football Stadium;
à Municipal pools
à Alfarrobeira's Park;
à Históric Center;
à Museums (Archaeology, Accordion, Sacred art...);
à Churches (Igreja Matriz, S. Sebastião, Sant'Ana, Ermida de N. Sra da Orada...) and Chapels(Capela da Misericórdia...);
à St. Vincent Statue;
à Clock Tower;
à Church Street Arch;
à Building of the Ancient Inn;
à Castle Wall in Albufeira (village gate);
à Samora Barros Art Galery;
à The numerous and beautifull roundabouts;
à The Strip in Oura (with its bars and nightclubs);
The name Albufeira derives from Albuhera which means Ocean Castle.
"The current area of the municipality of Albufeira is occupied by humans at least since 2000 BC The Romans gave it the designation of Baltum and the Arabs. Who occupied in 716, named it Albuar and Albuhera ('the sea '' pond ', according to other experts "ocean castle', from which it derives the place-name".
The name Algarve derives from Al garb which means land of the sunset.
The hospitality and friendliness characterize the people. It is a central, unique and very cosmopolitan, sought by tourism worldwide. There's always something special for everyone. All this and the best climate in Portugal (mild temperatures in winter and over 300 days of sunshine per year) makes this a fantastic destination location throughout the year.
A dream destination that, once visited, becomes truly unforgettable and inevitably contagious. This is the charm of Olhos de Água!
Algarve
White sand beaches bordering the Atlantic, picturesque fishing villages, interior hills with their rural way of life and wild vegetation and cities and towns that still preserve the legacy of five centuries of Arab occupation. This is the Algarve! A region that promises to surprise you all year.
Land of sun and sea, the Algarve proudly boasts its rocks raising them as is true sculptures it comes up, revealing them in a blue background exposure and gold sprinkled fine and warm sands.
The Algarve is green in his landscapes faithfully reflected in the clear waters of the Guadiana inhabited by truly lovely species that give life and harmony and various game species that are the delight of hunters and barrocal hounds.
And the Algarve is green and orange, yellow and red in their cultures, fresh shades revealed primarily in the orchards of oranges and their juicy and generous strawberry fields.
The Algarve is still white, white almond blossom, true splendor of nature, and white in its architecture which is also embroidered in blue in perfect harmony with the natural landscape which frames with a generous sun and almost always present.
Always a whirlwind, a corridinho of joy, music and vitality, the Algarve is a people which tempers its cuisine Intangible Heritage of Humanity with sea salt and the product of enriched earth with a golden oil.The Algarve is therefore an land of endless flavorings.
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Sunlight, heat and the vibrant colours of the landscape. Everything in the Algarve is a source of energy. Offering you the change to recharge your batteries.
All uear round, the region's villages, golf courses, castles and fortresses can be enjoyed in all their splendour. Day or night, you can do almost anything, or, if you prefer, do absolutely nothing. History, culture, and the popular local cuisine are readily available to all those who are interested. The people of the Algarve have mixed freely with other cultures for many centuries and have long cultures for many centuries and have long been used to welcoming visitors. Perhaps this is why people always have fond memories of the Algarve.
Algarve hopes to see you soon!
Just like the golden sandy beaches, the greens and fairways of the Algarve's golf courses seemingly stretch all the way to the horizon.The region's Mediterranean climate, its natural beauty and quality of its golf courses make it one of the best and most popular golfing destinations in Europe.Currently, the Algarve has roughly 30 courses, all of them offering excellent condicions for playing golf all year round. This investment in quality has been rewarded with the changes to host such pretigious internacional events as the Portuguese Open, the ladies Open, the Seniors Open and the World Cup.
But there is always room on the course for those who just want to play a relaxing round of golf after spending some time on the beach. The clubhouses are euipped with shops, restaurants and leisure areas where you can prolong the extraordinary pleasure of being surrounded by greenery on every side.
Spread out your towel on the sand and race towards the first wave to hit coast. A dip in the Atlantic Ocean is all you need to cleanse your mind of its worries and begin to enjoy the holiday of a lifetime.
Enjoy a stroll along the shore, treat yourself to an ice cream or (why not?) build a sandcastle. When you feel your body temperature rising, it's once again time for a refreshing swim in the sea.
Famed for its quality, the Algarve coast has beaches for every taste. From Odeceixe to Vila Real de Santo António there runs a 200-kilometer-long coastline of cliffs, coves, caves and vast expanses of sand. Looking like genuine picture postcards, the Algarve beaches are famous for their clear blue water and golden sand, but there's also a lot more waiting to be discovered.
At the Marina, you can refresh your thinking with an ice cream whili you decide what to do next. A visit to the fair ot a shopping spree? A trip to the zoo or a horse ride? There are so many choices. The Algarve provides non-stop entertainment all year round. In the streets, concerts halls, discos, bar and casinos are programmes to suit every taste. The zoos, theme parks and water parks hold out the promisse of whole days packed full of pure fun. Other programmes such as exhibitions, theater and cinema are held in completely renovated concert halls, museums and art galleries, hosting various events with an internacional flavour each year. Handicraft fairs, folklore and gastronomy festivals are held in their own special precincts. Night time in the Algarve offers you yet another set of picture postcards.
Shake the sand off your body and choose another place in the sun. Somewhere there is a table waiting for you on a restaurant terrace, where you can enjoy a magnificient charcoal-grilled fish brought in fresh from the sea, or, if you prefer, a most tasty cataplana de marisco (sheelfish cooked in a special cooper pan).
Take with you one of the almond cakes knouwn as Dom Rodrigos as you stroll around the wall ans castles, or visit the churches decorated with the beautiful blue and white tiles and carved and gilded woodwork. Amidst the white oh he lime washed houses and the blue of the sea, stop for a while and admire the bright colours of the local handicraft and the folk dance.
Al-Gharb, wich means "The Weast", was the name chosen by the Arabs for a beautiful piece of land that had long been coveted by many. It was from Lagos and Sagres that caravels set sail under the command of Prince Henry the Navigator to discover new worlds.
Running, jumping, flying, swimming, diving. In the Algarve's paradise landscape, there are so many different physical activities available that you'll be constantly on the move! Take advantage of your holidays to try your hand al a little sailing, windsurfing or underwater fishing. If you're not a fan of the water, then try a round of golf. Or oerhaps you might prefer a stimulating game of tennis played against a lush green backdrop, or a horse ride in the evening sun.
All year round, the Algarve's especial climate and landscape, coupled with the quality of its infrastructures, make this region an ideal place for the organisation of prestigious internacional sports competitions for sports training sessions.
Take a deep breath and fill your lungs with all the energy you need to set off and discover an entirely new world in different shades of green. Breathtaking landscapes, never-ending beaches and a great diversity of protected environments make the Algarve an inviting and relaxing, but above all natural, place to be.
Close to the coast, the Ria Formosa Natural Park welcomes you with a splendid natural spectable. The Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo António Salt Marsh Nature Reserve and the Costa Vicentina Natural Park are other natural settings that offer you the chance to enjoy some interesting walks.
As you head deep into the heart of the Algarve, you will discover a whole range of other delight. Different shades of green and brown blend together to form the distinctive colours of the region of the Algarve known as Barrocal. Further north, the mountains of the Serra de Monchique and the Serra do Caldeirão also conceal many naturally wild treasures.
The Algarve's beaches, Mediterranean-like climate, cousine and golf courses are just some of the attractions that make this region such a privileged destination for holidaymakers. If yiu add to these ingredients it's high-quality business centres, conference facilities, modern equipment and a vast range of support services for the organization of meetings, you will also find it's the ideal destination for work.
This paradise-like atmosphere and the region's mild temperatures offer the perfect conditions for lively business inatiatives.
Only a few hours from the main European capitals, the Algarve has a modern internacional airport and a vast network of hotel accomodation with the capacity to host and organize a wide variety of events.
All excelent reasons for coming to the Algarve and enjoying the sun while you seal a good business deal.
à Gastronomy and food, eating out in the Algarve
The rich and varied gastronomy is one of the Algarve’s invitation cards, gathering recipes from the coastal area and from the inland regions.
This is certainly not a 'fast-food' society; the staple diet is one of fish, meat, vegetables and fruit. Portugal's national dish is 'bacalhau'; a dried, salted codfish. This may be considered strange when fresh fish is so abundant, but this fish holds such a place in their hearts, minds (and stomachs) that the Portuguese traditionally have bacalhau with olive oil, cabbages, potatoes and chickpeas for their Christmas Dinner.
The Algarve is just one of the many Portuguese gastronomic paradises for those who enjoy fish and shellfish.
Every morning boats arrive with their fresh caught fish that is carefully prepared by the Algarvios (as people from the Algarve are called in Portugal) at the many fine restaurants. Some of the most popular fish dishes are the fish soups, the octopus rice, whelks’ dish with kidney beans, the fish-stew and the shellfish açorda.
Inland it's a different story, about vegetable plots, flocks of sheep fed by the green mountains and the smell of wild flowers. From the broad beans to the cherry chicken and the bean stew, all the inland dishes have a unique countryside label.
However, the first place in Algarve gastronomy goes to the sweets. Among them you’ll find the irresistible Farrobito (regional sweet of Albufeira based on carob), Dom Rodrigos, the Morgadinhos, the fig cheeses and many other almond, honey and fig sweets. The tradition of these sweets comes from the Age of the Discoverers and was founded in the convents.
Also regional liqueurs are very popular especially the Arbutus liqueur (Licor de Medronho) .
Enjoy!
Also regional liqueurs are very popular especially the Arbutus liqueur (Licor de Medronho) .
Enjoy!
