Portugal View from the Stairs on Ponta da Piedade, Lagos
A beautiful place with clear water intermediate cliffs and natural arches. There is a walk to the water with steps into the sea if you like swimming. Due to a karstic erosion of the Mesozoic limestone, the whole area is a labyrinth of caves, arches, islets, and vertical stone walls. This part of the coast is also rich in plants and birds.
At Ponta da Piedade there is a lighthouse (which cannot be visited). There is a public toilet near the car park.
At Ponta da Piedade there is a lighthouse (which cannot be visited). There is a public toilet near the car park.
Photography Tips
It's better to photograph after the sunrise. It's accessible by a staircase with many steps down into a cliff and the river. Important don't miss a lamp or light if you go in the night.
Travel Information
A few km from the city of Lagos, is accessible by car. A taxi will charge 6 Euros from Lagos center to this place (one way 2015). You can also walk - more or less along the coast - in a bit more than an hour from/back to Lagos. When arrive go to the left near the fence until you see the signs and the beginning of the paved stair.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Sunrise
Sunrise & Sunset
07:09 - 18:26
| current local time: 18:54
Photo Themes
cliffs
Long Exposure
sea
seascape
Sunrise
Locations
Algarve
Ponta da Piedade
Lagos
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