The Top 7 Lakes around Portimão
Looking to visit the best lakes around Portimão? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Portimão’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 1, 2025
Ria de Alvor
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The Ria de Alvor lagoon is a protected nature reserve on the southern coast of Portugal, between Alvor and Lagos. It consists of a vast lagoon with sandbanks, dunes, salt …
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Vale de Lama Oyster Farm, Ria de Alvor
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An oyster farm here exploits 4.5 hectares, good for 200 tonnes of oysters per year, of which 80% are exported to France.
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Ribeira da Torre Dam and Flamingos, Ria de Alvor
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The dam of the Ribeira da Torre is located just before its confluence with the wider Ribeira do Farelo. The two rivers themselves and the large wetland between the two …
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Panoramic View of the Odeleite Dam
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Unfortunately, the reservoir has been at historic low levels: 13% at the end of 2024. Rains have done little to increase the level.
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Barragem da Bravura
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Unfortunately not so nice due to the low water level.
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