Algarve
A Destination for Geological Adventure
Algarve offers a dramatic landscape of towering limestone cliffs, hidden sea caves, and natural formations that create a stunning playground for adventure travelers and geotourism enthusiasts.
One of the region’s most iconic attractions is Benagil Cave, a spectacular sea cave accessible only by kayak, paddleboard, or small boat.
Explorers can paddle through this and other natural tunnels, witnessing the power of marine erosion on limestone that dates back to the Mesozoic era.
Kayaking along the rugged coast between Lagos and Albufeira offers a hands-on journey through stone arches, sea stacks, and secluded coves that can only be reached by water.
For land-based adventurers, cliff hiking and geological trails such as the Seven Hanging Valleys Trail reveal striking layers of limestone and rock structures shaped by folding and faulting.
Along the way, hikers are rewarded with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and the opportunity to study millions of years of Earth’s history exposed in the cliffs.
Inland Algarve also provides geological exploration opportunities, such as the historic mining site of São Domingos, where visitors can discover remnants of ancient mining activity and colorful mineral-rich landscapes. Algarve is a true haven for geological adventure, a place where every step draws you closer to the Earth's ancient story, carved into stone and sculpted by waves.
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