National Park Costa VicentinaThe Park extends along the Algarvian and Alentejanian coast for 150 km between the Counties of Vila do Bispo and Sines. This area of protected landscape is characterized by its unexplored countryside, where the sea and the mountains combine to an unusual natural monument.The natural beauty of its beaches, many of them almost deserted, and the high cliffs in direct contact with the sea, constitute the main attraction of this area. The resident population still devotes itself to the traditional activities like fishing and agriculture, that amount the wealth of this area. Here, one can still find the traditional fishermen villages. It is possible to practice varies sports, like fishing, submarine fishing, surf, windsurf or paragliding. Lodging: This vast coastal area, for not being explored yet, has few hotel units; a fact that doesn't cause any problem to the visitor. The several campsides are the best way to get to know all the charm of Costa Vicentina. As an alternative you can choose the traditional, family type lodging. There are many residents who are ready to rent rooms to visitors at summertime. [Source: 3ARede] |