Carrapateira

Carrapateira on the west coast is a small village set within the Costa Vicentina Natural Park, which is a protected area of national beauty.  International surfing competitions are held in the area and the several bars in the village often cater for the surfing population along with a couple of good restaurants known for fresh grilled fish. 

The village has a municipal market for fresh produce, along with shops which sell surfing equipment. The school building has a parapet-type wall, a style that is common in most older school houses in the Algarve.

The nearest beach is Bordeira - its many sand dunes are a clue to the power of the winds which can buffet the place.  It is one of several beaches along the stunning coastline, with access to the beach now aided by some wooden walkways.

The remains of a privately owned windmill with wooden sail structure can be seen, but it is not open to the public.

It is a good stop off place to meet up with other surfers, or just watch the world go by with a coffee or beer where you might also find some of the artist who work in the village.

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