Praia da Arrifana
Aljezur · 37.2944, -8.8647
A crescent-shaped bay on the west coast, sheltered by dramatic cliffs. One of the Algarve's best surf spots, within the Costa Vicentina Natural Park.
EU Bathing Water Quality
Classification (2024)
Excellent
Intestinal Enterococci
15 cfu/100ml
Excellent limit: 100
Escherichia Coli
22 cfu/100ml
Excellent limit: 250
Values are 95th percentile from the 2024 bathing season. Source: European Environment Agency under the EU Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC.
Property context
Praia da Arrifana is in the municipality of Aljezur. West coast municipality within the Vicentine Coast Natural Park. Strict environmental constraints, popular with surfers.