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In the tranquility of the Castro Marim barrocal, Monte do Malhão promises an “invigorating and ecological fusion experience”. Luxurious suites, a spa, and an arts centre stand out in this accommodation located a short distance from some of the most beautiful beaches in the eastern Algarve.
A 21-year-old man was pulled from the water and resuscitation attempts were performed, but he did not survive.
A 21-year-old man has died after he was pulled from the sea at an unpatrolled stretch of Praia do Cabeço, in the municipality of Castro Marim, on Thursday afternoon (July The post 21-year-old dies after being pulled from sea at Castro Marim beach appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The victim was pulled from the water by bystanders with the help of lifeguards from the nearest beach concession and was found in cardiorespiratory arrest.
The victim was pulled from the water by bystanders while in cardiorespiratory arrest. Resuscitation efforts by INEM were not enough to save the young man.
The victim was pulled from the water by bystanders with the help of lifeguards from the nearest beach concession and was found in cardiorespiratory arrest.
Micael Silva studied and grew up in Castro Marim but was currently working in Switzerland.
The victim was attended to by emergency teams but ended up dying at the scene.
Snails may not be on everyone’s menu, but in Portugal they are a much-loved summer tradition – and nowhere is that passion more evident than at the International Snail Festival The post Would you eat snails? Castro Marim celebrates Portugal’s surprising summer delicacy appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The victim was pulled from the water by lifeguards. Death was declared at the Vila Real de Santo António Basic Emergency Service.
A Blue Flag was officially raised on Wednesday, July 1, at Odeleite River Beach, making it the only river beach in the Algarve to hold the internationally recognised environmental distinction. The post Algarve’s only Blue Flag river beach raises prestigious flag appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Mayor of Castro Marim considered that the controversies regarding the placement of sun umbrellas do not make sense because there is no prohibition on their use.
Doubts and controversy persist over the placement of sunshades in concession areas. At Altura beach, in Castro Marim, the maritime police are called almost every day.
Castro Marim has renewed its long-running call for a new GNR station after hosting a visit from top government representatives on Tuesday (June 23). The visit, which took place on The post Castro Marim renews call for new GNR station during minister’s visit appeared first on Portugal Resident.
A 66-year-old Spanish woman was the victim who required the most urgent care.
Years of drought delayed the opening, but winter rains have ensured the inauguration of Odeleite River Beach in time for the 2026 summer season. The bathing area is the only one in the Algarve interior to hold a Blue Flag.
Home News New freshwater beach complex to open in the Algarve New freshwater beach complex to open in the Algarve A new leisure area centred around the Odeleite Dam in eastern Algarve is set to open later this month, offering visitors a freshwater alternative to the region’s coastal beaches.
A 66-year-old Spanish woman was the victim who required the most urgent care.
The motorcycle rider, a 42-year-old Spanish man, suffered severe fractures to both legs. An INEM helicopter was dispatched and transported the victim to Faro Hospital.
The main novelty at the Verdelago hotel is served at the table, with concepts brought by chef Louis Anjos (formerly of Al Sud, Michelin star). But the summer also sees the debut of the spa and the square in the pine forest.
A new cultural venue dedicated to the life and work of Algarve artist Fonseca Martins has opened in Altura, bringing together an art gallery and museum under one roof. The The post New Fonseca Martins gallery and museum opens in Altura appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Traffic on the IC27 was restricted during the rescue of the victims.
A family from the Braga district was involved in a car accident on the IC27 in a vehicle belonging to a company specialising in desert travel. The woman was trapped and airlifted to the hospital.
The causes of the accident on the IC 27, in the Faro district, are still being investigated by the GNR. One victim of the accident was declared dead at the scene, while the other was transported to the hospital.
One of the victims was declared dead at the scene, the other was transported to a hospital unit
Traffic on the IC27 was restricted during the rescue of the victims.
The parish of Castro Marim invited Passos to speak at an event about labour issues on June 5th. “Labour issues are central,” says Father Tiago da Eira Pereira.
The GNR cordoned off the area while investigators from the Judiciary Police carried out their inquiries.
