Praia da Gale, Albufeira
Praia da Galé is a beach is made up of two components that are divided by a falésia, but they are linked by steps. Praia da Galé Oeste extends-is tied to Praia dos Salgados, while Praia da Galé Este is bordered by falésias, except for two more sunny months.
Of lottação quase always depleted, it is a beach for all tastes, with uphills to the east and dunes to the west. The area is extensive and water of good quality. We predominate Portuguese bathers.
It is said that the origin of the name is due to the fact that a galé was shipwrecked on the beach, prevailing in the name of Praia da Galé.
Of lottação quase always depleted, it is a beach for all tastes, with uphills to the east and dunes to the west. The area is extensive and water of good quality. We predominate Portuguese bathers.
It is said that the origin of the name is due to the fact that a galé was shipwrecked on the beach, prevailing in the name of Praia da Galé.
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Sight Name: Praia da Gale
Sight Location: Albufeira, Portugal (See walking tours in Albufeira)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Sight Location: Albufeira, Portugal (See walking tours in Albufeira)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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Settlements appeared in the area of Albufeira in pre-history. The fishing was good. The Romans came. They named the town Baltum. They gave it structure, administrative and architectural. Later the Romans left, but some architecture remains. The Byzantines made a brief appearance, followed by the Visigoths. The fish didn't play out until recently.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles