This riverside city of around 60,000 residents sits where the Arade River meets the Atlantic, creating a natural harbour that's been the heart of local life for centuries. ... Beaches in Portimao.

Read our insider’s guide to Portimao for cruise passengers, ... Gateway to the sun-kissed beaches of the Algarve, ... Cruise ships dock at Portimão cruise terminal on the Arade River.

More than 2,200 artifacts dating from "prehistory to the present day"—including a Roman gold ring and a Bronze Age ax—have been collected in an archaeological prospecting project in Portugal.

Situated at the Arade River's mouth, protected by rocky cliffs and beaches, it is the prettiest village in the Algarve. Ferragudo is a traditional fishing village, adorned with whitewashed ...

A famous port city known for its marina and stunning beaches, Portimão offers a permanent home to a population of around 60,000. This city has plenty of activity, with a lot of life even during ...