The boundaries of Aljezur municipality mark out a broad rectangle delimited by the sea and the hills, and its landscapes reflect this dual influence. While the coast is marked by high cliffs beneath which huddle sandy coves and pristine dunes, the hinterland is a place of rolling hills covered with vegetation that recede, row upon row, as far as the eye can see. Between the two extends a broad strip of fertile fields and valleys where the traditional crops of vegetables, sweet potatoes and peanuts are still grown. Time spent in Aljezur municipality is thus an opportunity to rediscover peace and tranquility, to experience a silence broken only by the singing of birds or the crash of waves on the rocks and to savour the beauty of verdant fields, gentle slopes swathed in wild flowers and majestic cliffs with the pounding sea as backdrop.
Population 4 800 inhab
Area 324 Km²
Municipal Aljezur Holiday 29 August
Parishes Aljezur, Bordeira, Odeceixe and Rogil
Main Fairs Aljezur, Rogil, Odeceixe and Alfambras Main Markets Aljezur and Rogil
Beaches Arrifana, Amoreira, Monte Clérigo, Odeceixe, Penedo and Bordeira
The city of aljezur in the Algarve is located in the southwest coastal region of Algarve in Portugal. The town is only a short distance from the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean and is located in a lush fertile valley. The town features a tenth century Moorish castle located on a hill overlooking the city. The town was settled in two distinct sections. Due to a malaria outbreak in the 1700's, many citizens on the advice of the local bishop moved to the other side of the town's river to avoid the disease. Today the town has both an "old" and "new" town.
The city offers visitors unique natural beauty and enjoyable attractions. One of the city's main attractions is the castle overlooking the city. In "new" town visitors will enjoy visiting the beautiful 10th century castle. Aljezur is located close to the beautiful west coast beaches. These beaches are less crowded and more remote than southern beaches and allow visitors to experience the rugged coast of the Atlantic Ocean. In addition to sunbathing visitors to the area can enjoy surfing, golf, and horseback riding. The town offers many restaurants but does not have the bustle and crowds of the busier cities on the southern coast. Visitors will find a variety of local dishes including seafood, shellfish, hare, and wild boar. The area is also known for its produce including sweet potatoes and beans, both of which are a staple in regional dishes.
Usefull Aljezur informations:
Fire Brigade Tel. 282 998258
Health Centre Tel. 282 998113
National Republican Guard (GNR) Tel. 282 998130
Aljezur Municipal Council Tel. 282 998102
Touristic Information Center Largo do Mercado 8670 ALJEZUR Tel. 282 998229
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