Setubal City, Setubal District, Portugal

Praia de Albarquel

Praia de Albarquel, a beach located in Portugal, is only a brief half-hour walk away from the city of Setúbal. The terrain of Praia de Albarquel is predominantly sandy and features lifeguards who are present to ensure the safety of beachgoers. This beach is considered to be child-friendly and is also accessible to individuals with disabilities.

For those seeking entertainment or exploration opportunities, Praia de Albarquel offers several sightseeing options. The beach itself features a ruined fort called Forte de Albarquel, as well as another fort situated on the hills that overlook the sea.

Discover ideal places to stay near Praia de Albarquel and explore the intriguing Forte de Albarquel during your visit.

Praia de Albarquel is outfitted with various amenities including a beachside bar and restaurant, toilets, Wi-Fi, and plenty of loungers and parking.

What to do at Praia de Albarquel?

Amenities

Praia de Albarquel amenities include parking, toilet, Wi-Fi and loungers.

Bars

Best bars near Praia de Albarquel include Rockalot Praia, A Vela Branca, All-Barquel, Caboz Lounge, Champions Pub and Valenciana.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Praia de Albarquel include All-Barquel, A Vela Branca, Restinguinha and Ostras Sobre Rodas (Setúbal).

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that the beach is beautiful, with crystal clear water, white sand, and some restaurants or bars nearby. However, visitors complain about limited food options or poor quality of the bars or restaurants.

Where to Stay near Praia de Albarquel?

Visitors to Praia de Albarquel often stay in Setúbal City due to its proximity, offering a range of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Many also explore neighboring areas like the Arrábida Natural Park, making the beach part of a broader itinerary that includes natural and historical attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Praia de Albarquel?

Latitude: 38.5108294 / Longitude: -8.9156226

Praia de Albarquel is located in Setubal City. The following map of Praia de Albarquel shows the exact location.

Praia de Albarquel: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Today offers a reasonably pleasant day at Praia de Albarquel, though it is better suited for lounging on the sand than taking a dip. You can expect a warm air temperature of 29.5 °C, making for a comfortable atmosphere, though the intermittent clouds will provide frequent breaks from the bright sun. Be mindful that the UV Index is 7.9, so remember your sun protection throughout the day. The breeze will be quite noticeable and refreshing at times, which helps with the heat but may create small ripples on the water. With the sea temperature sitting at 18.5 °C, the water will feel quite chilly and is not recommended for a comfortable swim. Enjoy a relaxing day by the shore, but plan to keep your feet dry.
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Air

Low / High21.1°C/29.5°C
Feels Like (High)31.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature18.5 °C
Wave Height0.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:41/20:42
Sunshine Hours13.4 hrs
UV Index7.9
Cloud Cover37%
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Wind

Speed21.3 km/h
Gusts39.2 km/h
DirectionNW

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