Reasons to visit the Algarve in Autumn

Do you need reasons to visit the Algarve in autumn? The Algarve has different characteristics from season to season, and autumn, the most melancholic season, wins a place in the hearts of those who come at this time of year. The region takes on new colours, the leaves become yellow, the sky is shrouded in orange light at the end of the day, and the best thing is that the temperatures are still pleasant to take long walks outdoors without the typical summer crowds. Autumn in the Algarve brings traditional festivals, roasted chestnuts, empty beaches and breathtaking landscapes, all of which make it a great place to explore the region's authenticity.

Have you booked your holiday for the coming months? Then keep up to date with what you can't miss, discover places or activities and spend fantastic days in the Algarve.


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Watch the sunset in autumn in the Algarve
We've already mentioned that the end of the day in the Algarve has very different magic when experienced in autumn. There are many places in the region where you can sit and admire the most beautiful natural spectacle. Thanks to the still mild temperatures, you can watch the sun sink to the horizon line without the clouds getting in the way. One of the most visited places to watch the sunset is in Sagres, more precisely at Cape St Vincent. Go early, find a comfortable spot and take some snacks and a jacket, because it's windy and cold in this area. Check out this sunrise and sunset table for exact sunset times in Sagres.
If this is one of your favourite activities, check out other places in the Algarve where you can watch the sunset.

Algarve Classic Festival - International Circuit
With the cooler weather comes the classic cars to the Algarve. This is a must-see event for all four-wheel-drive enthusiasts. The classic car meeting takes place at the prestigious Autódromo Internacional do Algarve and runs from October 28th to October 30th. Racing legends, sports cars, racing cars from the 60s, and many others that have left their mark on the world of motorsport will pass by on the emblematic track of the AIA. To buy tickets for this race, visit the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve page.

Halloween in the Algarve
Although it is not a typical Portuguese celebration, Halloween has already conquered Portugal. There are activities here to enjoy with the family and create spooky memories.

Halloween at Zoomarine - From 19 to 31 October, the Algarve's most famous theme park offers two weeks of spooky surprises. During the usual street performances, new characters will roam the park. For the little ones, there will be special make-up stations and a 4D cinema with the film Spooky Park, where you have to be afraid of your own shadow. Get your Zoomarine tickets at our reception.

Fun Day Halloween - The Portimão Arena becomes a stage for pure fun for two days. From 29 to 30 October, this place will be transformed into an amusement park with giant bouncy castles, slides, climbing walls, face painting, traditional games, balloon modelling and much more. See the website where you can buy the tickets. Accompanying persons over 17 years of age do not pay admission.

Halloween in Golfland - An afternoon of golf might be the best activity for adults and children to get spooked. In Alvor this weekend, there will be live music with DJ and even a prize for the spookiest Halloween mask. The adults can enjoy the terraces while the kids play on the mini golf course. Find out more about this event here.

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Magusto in the Algarve
The Magusto festival is celebrated all over the country, but each region has its traditions. In the western Algarve, magustos are most popular in the small villages of the Serra de Monchique. Alferce and Marmelete have about 400 and 700 inhabitants respectively, but on 1 November, these villages fill with life and people in search of the best-roasted chestnuts. The traditional festival attracts people from all over to taste the first chestnuts roasted on small bonfires in the main square. At the same time, various folk music concerts and traditional dances take place. There are usually also stalls selling medronho, melosa and regional sweets at this annual festival. For more information about this year's Magusto, visit the Monchique Municipality website.

Sweet Potato Festival
We continue sugesting and tasting the traditional Algarve products, this time in Aljezur, a municipality surrounded by countryside and sea. In honour of the sweet potato, a festival is held every year in Aljezur to present new recipes for using this tubercle rich in antioxidants. The festival's participating taverns promise to light up the nights from November 25 to 27 with dishes featuring the sweet potato as the star, as well as regional sweets and artisanal products. Besides the sweet potato, the Algarve has many other rich flavours. If you want to take a tour on your holiday to get to know them, follow the suggestions in this article.

Do you appreciate authentic places where tradition is still alive? Then autumn in the Algarve could be your favourite season for a holiday. In the autumn and winter months, i.e., during the low season, everything appears more authentic, the landscapes turn autumnal colours, and the days are calm. Take advantage of this time of year to spend beautiful days with your family, away from the hustle and bustle of summer, at Belmar Spa & Beach Resort.