Praia de São Rafael
Albufeira · 37.0767, -8.2778
A small, picturesque cove beach west of Albufeira. Sheltered by limestone cliffs with rock pools and clear, calm water ideal for snorkelling.
EU Bathing Water Quality
Classification (2024)
Excellent
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 de São Rafael is in the municipality of Albufeira. The most popular tourist destination in the Algarve, known for its beaches, nightlife and resort properties. High AL licence density.