Praia da Luz is a quiet holiday resort on the beautiful Algarve coast. This place was originally a fishing village, located on the edge of a cliff. The protected sandy bay is now a popular holiday destination for families. Read this article about what there is to see in Luz and find out whether this place might be your next holiday destination in the Algarve.

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February 29, 2020

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The palm-fringed beach promenade of Luz ends directly at Praia da Luz.

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1. View of Luz – View of Lagos 🇵🇹 loop from Luz

8.23km

02:21

180m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Luz – Luz Coast loop from Torraltinha

11.2km

03:08

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Luz Coast – Cliffs Between Luz and Burgau loop from Montinhos da Luz

8.04km

02:11

110m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 60 m

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Location: Luz, Algarve, Portugal

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1. View of Luz – View of Lagos 🇵🇹 loop from Luz

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3. Luz Coast – Cliffs Between Luz and Burgau loop from Montinhos da Luz

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