The Alfanzina Lighthouse built in 1920 on a rocky promontory. It is a white quadrangular tower with a red lantern, important for navigation. The lighthouse is accessible to the public on Wednesdays. Its facilities were expanded in 1952 and connected to the electricity grid in 1980.

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Striking lighthouse with a red dome above a sea cave in sandstone cliffs.

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The Farol de Alfanzina is a lighthouse on the southern coast of Portugal, near the village of Carvoeiro in the Algarve. The lighthouse, commissioned in 1920, helps ships navigate safely along the rocky coast. It is 23 meters tall and has a beam range of approximately 29 nautical miles. The lighthouse is popular with tourists and is located along the scenic Sete Vales Suspensos hiking trail.

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1. Farol de Alfanzina – Marinha Beach loop from Praia da Marinha

10.4km

00:41

150m

160m

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2. Farol de Alfanzina – Carvoeiro Beach loop from Carvoeiro

12.3km

00:47

140m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Carvoeiro, Algarve, Portugal

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1. Farol de Alfanzina – Marinha Beach loop from Praia da Marinha

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