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Ponta do Altar Lighthouse
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Niek 🇳🇱
September 30, 2025
Hiking
The Ponta do Altar Lighthouse (Farol da Ponta do Altar) stands on a cliff near Ferragudo, near Praia do Molhe. Built in 1893, it guides ships at the entrance to the mouth of the Rio Arade River. Small and white with a red roof, the lighthouse is situated on a magnificent viewpoint with panoramic views of the sea, Portimão, and the coastline. The surrounding area is ideal for clifftop walks.
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thatsmirkoalright
April 29, 2022
Hiking
Beautiful old lighthouse, the sight of which is unfortunately clouded by the neighboring gray tower. Maybe the tower should be painted white.
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