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 marshes, and tidal creeks. This ecosystem is rich in biodiversity and especially popular with birdwatchers for its many migratory birds. The area is a Natura 2000 site and is important for the Algarve's ecological balance.

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Great vantage point over the incredibly beautiful dune landscape near Alvor

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1. Boardwalk at Ria de Alvor – Alvor Old Town loop from Alvor

7.53km

01:56

40m

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2. Alvor Dunes – Prainha Beach loop from Alvor

7.76km

01:58

20m

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3. Alvor Old Town – Alvor Boardwalks loop from Alvor

5.22km

01:20

20m

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: Alvor, Algarve, Portugal

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1. Boardwalk at Ria de Alvor – Alvor Old Town loop from Alvor

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3. Alvor Old Town – Alvor Boardwalks loop from Alvor

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