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In what is one of the heartlands of Lagos and the Algarve, there is much to explore, from art, hiking and even mountain biking.

Ria de Alvor is one of the best places for bird watching in west side of the Algarve.

The Salgados Lagoon (Lagoa dos Salgados), in the municipality of Albufeira, is a shallow aquatic and coastal ecosystem. It also comprises the system of dunes of Praia Grande, a pine forest and the marshland of Alcantarilha.

The Ribeira de Quarteira Biodiversity Station is a circular route of 2 km, located near the Castle of Paderne, in the municipality of Albufeira.

Rocha da Pena is a rocky, limestone natural formation, in the form of a steep cornice and includes a plateau about 2 km long, reaching at its highest point 479 m in altitude.

The Natural Reserve of Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo António is one of the most important wetlands in the country, it was the first natural reserve to be created in Portugal, in 1975.

The Sapal de Castro Marim Interpretation Center is a support facility for the Sapal de Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo António Natural Reserve, equipped with a cafeteria where you can enjoy light meals or drinks, and has a breathtaking view over the Nature Reserve, over the mouth of the Guadiana River and over the neighboring municipality.

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The Ria Formosa Natural Park is a labyrinth of channels, islands, marshes and sandbars, which stretches along 60 km of the Algarve coast, between Faro and Manta Rota.

Sítio das Fontes (Municipal Park of the Springs) is a unique natural area where numerous high-flow springs flow from the largest water table in the Algarve.

“Escadinhas” is one of the most emblematic places in the village of Carvoeiro.

“Algar Seco” is one of the most emblematic places in the village of Carvoeiro.

The 7 Suspended Valleys trail is one of the most beautiful hiking trails in the Algarve, being done entirely along the coast, which will allow you to enjoy incredible views and points of interest such as the iconic Benagil cave.

Fonte Grande de Alte, near the village that gives it its name, is a natural space of great beauty.

The Fonte Férrea Park, located in a beautiful area at the foot of the Serra do Caldeirão and north of the village of Alportel, is a natural park that invites you to enjoy nature.

The trail of Ribeira de Alportel is a journey through the natural and cultural heritage of this county.

The Forest Perimeter of Mata de Conceição de Tavira is a natural area, located just 5 km from the coast and has an area of 457 hectares.

Considered one of the ex-libris of the municipality of Lagos and even of the Algarve, this scenic route is included in the Rota Vicentina, more precisely with the Fisherman's Trail. Known for the peculiar and graceful rock formations that make up the Costa d’Oiro, it is a mandatory stop for residents and visitors who surrender to the sea breeze, the rich surrounding nature and the most beautiful sunset that can be seen in Lagos. With the traditional Lighthouse as the central point, hikers will love walking along the walkways that run along Ponta da Piedade from Canavial to Praia do Pinhão.