Monchique and Fóia Hill, Algarve

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Monchique and Fóia Hill

Monchique (inland), Algarve 4 hrs Free

About

A cool, green hill town with the Algarve’s highest point, Fóia, giving views across to the sea.

Good to know

  • Try the local honey and “medronho” spirit
  • Good for a day away from the beach

Nearby while you’re here

Combine Monchique and Fóia Hill with Silves Castle and Old Town, Aljezur Castle and Village and Praia da Rocha for a full day around Monchique (inland).

17 km · ~32 min by car
21 km · ~37 min by car
22 km · ~38 min by car
22 km · ~38 min by car
25 km · ~43 min by car

Eat and drink nearby

Alte Village

Free2 hrs

35 km · ~55 min by car
51 km · ~78 min by car

Distances are straight-line estimates from sample coordinates.

Sample hotels nearby