Where is Beach de Armação de Pêra?
Beach de Armação de Pêra is in the town of Armação de Pêra, in the municipality of Silves, on the central Algarve coast.
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Highlights
- Large urban sandy beach in Armação de Pêra, municipality of Silves
- Extensive town-front beach listed by VisitPortugal
- Eastern section identified as Beach dos Pescadores
- Parking, bars, restaurants, rentals and accessible-beach recognition listed by VisitPortugal
- 2026 Blue Flag status verified by ABAAE
- Nearby internal AlgarveOfficial beach listings include Senhora da Rocha and Salgados
Full description
Beach de Armação de Pêra is the main beach of Armação de Pêra, in the municipality of Silves. VisitPortugal describes the town as a former small fishing village that is now one of the Algarve's busiest localities, with varied tourist facilities and an extensive sandy beach directly in front of the older part of town.
The beach has a practical urban character rather than a secluded natural feel. The town, promenade areas, restaurants, accommodation and beach services sit close behind the sand, making it convenient for visitors staying in Armação de Pêra or nearby parts of Silves and Lagoa. The eastern part of the sand is identified by VisitPortugal as Beach dos Pescadores, reflecting the local fishing activity that remains part of the beach setting.
Official sources list beach services including surveillance, sunshade rental, light boat rental, parking, bars, restaurants and accessible-beach recognition. ABAAE verifies Armação de Pêra as a 2026 Blue Flag coastal beach, and Diário da República lists the 2026 bathing season from 1 June to 30 September.
Visitors should plan around the beach's urban demand in summer, respect working fishing areas, and follow local flags, signage and lifeguard instructions. For a broader coastal day, internal AlgarveOfficial listings nearby include Beach da Senhora da Rocha to the west and Beach dos Salgados to the east.
Meeting point
Praia de Armação de Pêra, Armação de Pêra, Silves, Algarve, Portugal
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Parking
VisitPortugal lists parking for Beach de Armação de Pêra. Current capacity, payment conditions, traffic restrictions and the most convenient access point were not independently verified during this review.
Accessibility
VisitPortugal lists Beach de Armação de Pêra as an accessible beach. Current step-free route details, adapted equipment, accessible toilets and assisted-bathing arrangements were not independently verified; visitors with reduced mobility should confirm the best access point before travelling.
Lifeguard season
Diário da República lists Armação de Pêra as a 2026 bathing beach from 1 June to 30 September, and VisitPortugal lists safety or surveillance. Exact daily lifeguard staffing was not independently verified; check local flags, signage and beach notices before swimming.
Blue Flag status
Blue Flag status: verified for 2026 via ABAAE. The official ABAAE page lists the Blue Flag season from 1 June to 30 September 2026 and showed the flag as not hoisted at the time checked on 18 May 2026.
Important information
Suitable for
- Visitors staying in Armação de Pêra
- Beachgoers wanting a large serviced urban beach
- Families using supervised seasonal areas
- Visitors who value restaurants and town services nearby
- Beach walkers
- Accessible-beach users, subject to current confirmation
Not suitable for
- Visitors seeking a remote or undeveloped beach
- Visitors wanting a quiet wild cove in peak summer
- Visitors requiring accessibility support without confirming current arrangements
- Anyone planning to ignore fishing areas, boat activity or local safety signage
- Visitors expecting guaranteed calm sea conditions
Includes
2026 Blue Flag status verified by ABAAE
Seasonal surveillance listed by VisitPortugal
Parking listed by VisitPortugal
Accessible-beach recognition listed by VisitPortugal
Bars and restaurants listed by VisitPortugal
Sunshade and light boat rental listed by VisitPortugal
Best Time to Visit
June to September matches the official 2026 bathing season and the main seasonal beach-service period. May, June and September are practical for beach walks and town access with less heat than peak midsummer. In July and August, arrive earlier where possible because this is a central urban beach, and always check local flags before swimming or using seasonal nautical services.
Know before you go
ABAAE verifies Armação de Pêra as a 2026 Blue Flag beach. Diário da República lists the 2026 bathing season from 1 June to 30 September. VisitPortugal lists parking, surveillance, rentals, bars, restaurants and accessible-beach recognition, but current daily staffing, adapted support, parking conditions and concession operation should be checked locally.
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FAQ
Is Beach de Armação de Pêra a Blue Flag beach?
Yes. ABAAE verifies Armação de Pêra as a 2026 Blue Flag coastal beach, with the Blue Flag season listed from 1 June to 30 September 2026.
Are there lifeguards at Beach de Armação de Pêra?
Diário da República lists Armação de Pêra as a 2026 bathing beach from 1 June to 30 September, and VisitPortugal lists safety or surveillance. Exact daily lifeguard staffing was not independently verified.
Is there parking at Beach de Armação de Pêra?
VisitPortugal lists parking for Beach de Armação de Pêra. Current capacity, payment conditions and access restrictions were not independently verified.
Is Beach de Armação de Pêra accessible?
VisitPortugal lists Beach de Armação de Pêra as an accessible beach. Current route details, adapted equipment and assisted-bathing support should be confirmed locally before travelling.
Are there restaurants near Beach de Armação de Pêra?
Yes. VisitPortugal lists bars and restaurants for the beach, and AlgarveOfficial shows nearby published restaurant listings using internal listing links.
What are the nearest AlgarveOfficial beach listings?
Nearby published AlgarveOfficial beach listings include Beach da Senhora da Rocha, Beach dos Salgados, Beach da Albandeira, Beach da Galé and Beach da Marinha.
What is the best time to visit Beach de Armação de Pêra?
June to September matches the official bathing season. May, June and September are practical for beach walks and town access with less heat than peak midsummer.
Location
Praia de Armação de Pêra, Armação de Pêra, Silves, Algarve, Portugal
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