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Home Beach of the week Beach of the Week: Armação de Pêra Beach Beach of the Week: Armação de Pêra Beach The beaches of Armação de Pêra form one of the longest stretches of sand in the Algarve, extending along the coastline towards Albufeira.
Three of Portugal’s newly crowned national junior golf champions will headline the 15th World Kids Golf by Amendoeira Golf Resort, which gets underway today (Wednesday) at the O’Connor Jnr Course The post Youth golf stars tee off at Amendoeira for World Kids Golf appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Some report losses of several tons of oranges, with damages estimated in the thousands of euros.
Fourth part of 'Investigação CM', from July 26, 2026.
Home Food & Drink Algarve Café of the Week: Gato Lambareiro, Armação de Pêra Algarve Café of the Week: Gato Lambareiro, Armação de Pêra Whether you're starting the day with breakfast, stopping for a light lunch or want to enjoy a coffee by the sea, Gato Lambareiro is worth a visit.
The popular Arraial do Petisco returns to the village of Pêra, in the municipality of Silves, this month, offering six evenings of traditional Algarve cuisine, live music and community spirit. The post Pêra’s Arraial do Petisco returns with six nights of food and music appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Algarve Senior Bikers headed towards the cooler west coast for their July ride, organised by Phill Anderson and Andrew Chilton. Two groups set off from Silves before climbing into The post Algarve Senior Bikers head west for cooler July ride appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The most conservative wing of the Catholic Church (...) hysterically waving the danger of an invasion of Europe by Islam, but, in the end, it is an ideological ally of radical Muslims. Chronicle by Isabel Stilwell
Home Algarve A Tasquinha do Xico das Bifanas: A Taste of Tradition at Armação de Pêra Market A Tasquinha do Xico das Bifanas: A Taste of Tradition at Armação de Pêra Market For both locals and visitors, the Municipal Market of Armação de Pêra is far more than a place to shop.
Assailants broke down the door to enter the establishment, which was closed. The GNR is investigating.
Assailants broke down the door to enter the establishment, which was closed. The GNR is investigating.
Young people in the municipality of Silves are being invited to volunteer at this year’s 21st Silves Medieval Fair, giving them the chance to help organise one of the Algarve’s The post Silves seeks young volunteers for Medieval Fair appeared first on Portugal Resident.
One of the Algarve’s biggest and most popular summer events returns next month as the Silves Medieval Fair transforms the historic city into the bustling medieval capital formerly known as The post Silves Medieval Fair returns with tribute to its Islamic golden age appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The museum closed in 2009 following the insolvency of the owning company.
Home Algarve Visit the Benagil cave in style Visit the Benagil cave in style Tridente Boat Trips offers guided tours from Armação de Pera along the coast of the Algarve for all kinds of demographics, whether you’re just looking to see the sights or even want to plan a marriage -proposal at one of
Home News Wildfire breaks out in the Algarve Wildfire breaks out in the Algarve A wildfire broke out on the afternoon of Tuesday, 7 July , in the Figueiral area of Silves, requiring the mobilisation of dozens of personnel and aerial assets.
One of the Algarve’s most important industrial heritage sites welcomed visitors for the first time in 16 years on Saturday evening, July 4, as the restored Cork Museum at Silves’ The post Silves Cork Museum opens doors for first preview in 16 years appeared first on Portugal Resident.
It’s almost time for the Silves Beer Fest, an event that every year brings beer lovers together for a celebration of some of the best brews that can be found The post Raise a glass at Silves Beer Fest appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The product recovered by the GNR is valued at 22,000 euros and one man has been identified. Over four years, the GNR has seized 19,087 litres.
The Fábrica do Inglês, in Silves, will reopen on July 11th after 17 years of closure, bringing back to the city on the left bank of the Arade River a facility with significance in the city's history and culture. Acquired in September 2025 by Dutch investor Erik de Vlieger, who is active in the region's real estate sector, the...
A little abandoned lady in Odelouca has been taking up a lot of APAA’s time and inspiration. Jenny Clarke, president of the Association for Protection of Animals Algarve, has for The post Miss Odelouca. Molly and friends… appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Intermarché has strengthened its presence in the Algarve with the opening of a new supermarket in Algoz, following a €4 million investment that has created 45 jobs and expanded retail The post Intermarché invests €4m in new Algoz store appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Portugal’s National Iberian Lynx Breeding Centre (CNRLI) in Silves is looking for volunteers to help support one of Europe’s most successful wildlife conservation programmes. The Institute for Nature Conservation and The post Silves Iberian lynx centre seeks volunteers appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home News Sunset Secrets returns to Algarve castle Sunset Secrets returns to Algarve castle One of the Algarve's best-loved summer events is set to return next month as Sunset Secrets once again takes over Silves Castle with an evening programme of live music, local gastronomy and entertainment.
The popular Sunset Secrets series is returning to Silves Castle this July, bringing its unique brand of late-evening experiences to one of the Algarve’s most historic landmarks. Organised by Silves The post Sunset Secrets return to Silves Castle appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The Cork Museum at the historic Fábrica do Inglês in Silves will reopen to the public on Saturday, July 11, with a special event marking the return of one of The post Historic Cork Museum returns to Silves with opening-night celebration appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Maria Guerreiro lived alone and reportedly had no direct family members residing in the area. She had several health issues and was assisted by another woman who had been providing her with some care for several years, but who did not live in the home permanently.
The Judiciary Police were called and are investigating.
I was recently introduced to Marion Buz, founder of the Espaço JALI in Silves, which has become a prominent venue in the Algarve’s cultural scene where art, music and culture The post Did you know? Espaço JALI breathes new life into Silves heritage appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Suspicious signs were found
