Make a holiday rental house or villa in Figueira, Portugal your home away from home

The sleepy village of Figueira lies on the southwestern tip of Portugal, on the Algarve coast. The quiet village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is the ideal place to visit if you want to experience the laidback lifestyle of rural Algarve.

Things to do in Figueira, Portugal

Figueira has a small sandy beach in a pretty cove that is only accessible by foot. Here visitors can soak up the Portuguese sun and enjoy swimming in the warm blue water. There are also nearby secluded beaches such as Fornas, Zavial and Ingrina, and only 15 minutes away is Sagres and the west coast, which is great for surfing and wind surfing.

City life seems a million miles away in this serene village. The whitewashed cottages and brightly painted houses that line the narrow cobbled streets in Figueira provide a charming atmosphere. There are some bars and two small restaurants in the village, as well as a small shop where you can buy freshly baked bread and fresh fish if you’re staying in Figueira self-catering accommodation.

The village is surrounded by gently rolling hills, where you can walk through fig and almond groves. This area is the only conservation area in Algarve and has a wide variety of flora and fauna. Guided bird watching tours are available for those staying in Figueira villas.

Golfers will enjoy staying in Figueira holiday accommodation. Parque da Floresta Golf Complex in Figueira is well equipped with facilities that include a health centre, swimming pools, tennis courts, bowling green, restaurants, gym, sauna and Jacuzzi.

Places to go on holiday in Figueira, Portugal

The historic town of Lagos is about 18km away from Figueira, and has lovely restaurants, and tapas where you can enjoy Algarve cuisine, before exploring monuments such as the Fort da Ponta da Bandeira with it’s drawbridge, and the church of St. Anthony. There are also stunning beaches such as Dona Ana, where you can enjoy water sports such as snorkeling and scuba diving.

Cabo de Sao Vicente is the most southwesterly point in Europe and is just a short drive away from Figueira accommodation. Here you can see a lighthouse and 16th century convent built on a cliff. There are also spectacular views of the rugged coastline and ocean.

Faro is just over an hour away from Figueira and makes a lovely day trip. The city is filled with interesting monuments and buildings such as the Cathedral, the castle and many museums and galleries. The city also has high-class restaurants and vibrant nightlife.

Weather in Figueira, Portugal

The average summer temperature in Figueira is a delightful 25°C. Winter temperatures are mild with temperatures seldom dropping below 14°C. The warm weather makes stay in Figeira holiday property pleasant no matter what time of year you visit.

Flights to Figueira, Portugal

Faro International Airport (FAO) is approximately 90km away and receives daily direct flights from a number of airports in the UK. British Airways, ThomsonFly and EasyJet are just some of the airlines that offer cheap flights to Faro. From there visitors will need to hire a car and drive to their Figueira villa.