Golden Coast, Lagos
Algarve

District of Faro

Costa d'Oiro, Lagos, Western Algarve

Lagos, Portugal - Lagos, is a small town and municipality (municipality) of the district of Faro, situated on the beautiful Algarve Coast, south of Portugal.

A Costa d'Oiro, in, Lagos, Algarve - The Costa d'Oiro, in Lagos is one of the best sections of the Algarvian Coast in Lagos. It extends from the coast of the city of Lagos, to the west, to Ponta da Piedade, to the east.

In Lagos Bay, this stretch of the Algarve coastline is called Costa d'Oiro because of its golden cliffs, the yellow cliffs that reflect the gold of the setting sun.

Boat trips and water sports

Excellent summer destination, in Lagos there is no lack of beautiful beaches, water sports and many boat trips along the beautiful Algarve coast of Barlavento.

From Lagos or from other corners, one of the main destinations is Costa d'Oiro which stretches to Ponta da Piedade, 4 km to the south. An unmissable tour.

Beaches on the Gold Coast

In this small, jagged stretch of the Algarve coast, protected by golden cliffs and other shades, the horizon is lost in the bluish or greenish color of the sea. The unmissable beaches of this destination are:

• Praia de Dona Ana

• Praia da Balança

• Praia da Boneca

• Praia do Camilo

• Praia dos Estudantes

• Praia dos Pinheiros

See also: All Beaches in Lagos

Saint Gonçalo Procession

Saint son of Fishermen
This religious event is one of the most important in the municipality. It takes place every year on the day of the patron saint of Lagos, São Gonçalo, on 23 September. This maritime procession - which goes from the city of Lagos to Praia da Ponta da Piedade - is of great importance for the fishing community of Lagos, the entire population of the municipality and accompanied by the curiosity of tourists.

Costa d'Oiro: Beaches, Sun and Fun

Sea bathing, hiking, walking or boat trips, your holidays on the Costa d'Oiro in Lagos will be memorable moments. And if you choose accommodation in the neighborhood, your experience will certainly be more complete.

See: Where to stay on the Gold Coast

Diving at Ponta da Piedade

Tours for diving sessions are organized from Lagos. There are several options for small beaches with rocks and ledges where you can dive and observe the marine background.

Location

The Costa d'Oiro comprises the Algarve coast of the municipality (municipality) of Lagos located between the city Lagos and Ponta da Piedade, about 4 km west. More precisely, it is between Praia da Batata, the east of the city, and the Ponta da Piedade Beach.
From Lisbon, the distance is 290 km.

Beach, sun and leisure

Lagos, whose beaches are postcards of the country, is one of the main tourist destinations in the Algarve and Portugal.

Miradouro Dona Ana
The viewpoint from the top of the cliff gives visitors an exceptional view of this beautiful coast and its surroundings.

Oiro Coast attractions in Lagos

In addition to the beautiful beaches, the main attractions in Lagos are:

• Viewpoint at the top of the cliff
• Dona Ana Beach
• Balança Beach
• Praia da Boneca
• Pinheiros Beach
• Water sports

Gastronomy and Good Wines

During your stay in Lagos, be sure to taste the delicacies of the Cuisine and Gastronomy Algarve. Abundant in seafood and fish, this Mediterranean cuisine conquers the palate of visitors both with its mouth-watering specialties and with its snacks, sweets and desserts.

DOC Lagos

In addition to beautiful beaches, sunny weather and fun for most of the year, Lagos is a of the four DOC (Denominations of Controlled Origin) of Algarve wines.
The other three are Lagoa, Portimão and Tavira


The good wines accompany these dishes with the flavors and smells of the good land of Algarve.

Where to eat on the Gold Coast

The vacationer who loves good food will have some good options to taste the delicious cuisine algarvian, mediterranean or international. Check out the selection we made for you.

See: Where to eat on the Gold Coast

Parishes of Lagos

The parishes of Lagos are as follows:

• Bensafrim and Barão de São João
• São Gonçalo de Lagos
• Luz
• Odiáxere