More than perfect beaches
After exploring the Avenida Luísa Todi, with its many restaurants, we can check the beautiful mountain range of Arrábida that extends for 35 kilometers and is the natural habitat of hares, foxes and bats. A luxuriant green mantle contrasts with the crystal blue waters. It is here, in the middle of the Arrábida natural park, in a natural landscape postcard, we discover the most beautiful beach in Europe by the Europe's Best Destination website (2017). Welcome to Galapinhos! But we can't forget to mention Portinho da Arrábida, considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Portugal, as well Praia da Figueirinha (where it's easier to park your car) or even Praia dos Coelhos and Praia de Albarquel (closer to the city).
Activities to suit everyone's taste
The mountains offer magical trails to explore on two wheels or on long walks. Herdade da Mourisca, in the Sado Estuary Natural Reserve, is a true paradise for nature and animal lovers, being one of the most recommended places for bird watching. If the idea is to gather the whole family in a consensual program, the Sado Estuary is perfect for spotting dolphins: It’s extremely rare to catch sight of a large pod of bottlenose dolphins (or Roaz-Corvineiro) in European waters, but in the Sado estuary, a family of three dozen are a regular attraction.