Nearest airport:
Faro airport is an easy 45 minute drive away. at 60 Kilometres
Nearest train:
Portimão at 4 Kilometres
Nearest motorway:
Alvor junction at 7 Kilometres
Nearest beach:
beach at 600.0 Metres
Car:
not necessary
Alvor is an attractive fishing village located 4 Km distance from the major town of Portimão in the Western Algarve. Praia da Rocha, a well known resort with beaches, hotels, casino and bars/restaurants is only 5Km away. There are 2 Golf courses less than 7 Km distance and the new Reguengos course is only 15Km drive away. The 3 Km long Alvor beach is very safe for children and has various restaurants and facilities. The night time atmosphere in Alvor is safe for the youngsters and only a stroll away. Touring from Alvor is very easy since the Algarve coastal motorway exit is only 7 Km away. Only 20 Km away are the mountains of Monchique with its Spa and thermal water, where you can enjoy a fantastic view in a cooler mountain climate while enjoying the famous piri-piri grilled chicken or regional almond cakes!