Quarteira

Quarteira was one of the original resorts to be established along the beautiful Algarve coastline, and to this day it has a loyal following of visitors, especially with Portuguese tourists. The beach of Quarteira is one of the finest of the central Algarve region, but the town’s appeal suffered with the development during the 1970-1980’s of huge characterless apartment blocks.

Quarteira may not be the most scenic holiday destination, but its great location cannot be beaten. The vast beach of golden sands and calm sea waters stretches the length of the town, while it is only a short walk to the exclusive resort and golf courses of Vilamoura.

During the summer Quarteira is a lively and social town, and is filled with facilities of a bustling resort. This includes an extensive selection of restaurants, numerous themed bars and a range of holiday activities. Quarteira is popular with families and retirees of all nationalities, but just don’t expect Quarteira to offer any Portuguese charm or traditional character. This article will provide an introduction to Quarteira, and is designed for visitors who are considering a holiday to the region.