Sagres – ten Hoopen Realty

WELCOME TO

YOUR HOME AT THE END OF THE WORLD

Positioned dramatically at Europe’s most southwestern tip, is Sagres. And ideal spot for those who enjoy the ocean and its creatures. From seabirds to dolphins and whales, the biodiversity is a testament to the area’s clean marine ecosystem. Needless to say, Sagres is home to stunning beaches and pristine waters. Since its inception, Sagres has had a mystical feel. Even the name adds to that: Sagres is derived from ‘sagrado’, which means ‘holy’.

WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT SAGRES

The most western part of Europe
An animal lovers paradise
Annually in October, you get to spot migrating birds that are on their way to warmer places to hibernate

FOOD & DRINKS IN SAGRES

ten Hoopen Realty’s favourites:

Pisco – Natural fuel, for vegan (pizza) lovers. Customers rave about the sustainable approach to Pisco’s cooking, the cocktails, biological wines and the interior.
Picnic – A fun stop on the way to the beach. Sit down for their specialty coffees, natural wines or a craft beer, while browsing through the cool magazines they have on display. And oh, the sourdough is a-ma-zing!
Restaurant Carlos – An atmospheric restaurant, focused on traditional Portuguese seafood. Try the ‘peixe especial’, which is the catch of the day. Your fish can’t be fresher than that!
A Tasca Restaurant – A beautiful whitewashed building, right on the waterfront. A Tasca Restaurant serves you the best mediterranean seafood dishes, while you enjoy the sound of the waves crashing on the shore and the view at the Porto de Pesca da Baleeira (a little harbour).

YOUR TIME IN SAGRES

For many visitors, the breathtaking sunset is the most important reason to visit the rocky shores around Sagres. Pro tip: grab a shawl or light vest, as the winds coming from the ocean can be chilly once the sun has set.
The coast along Sagres is very popular to spot dolphins. Tours are available from the local marina.
Sagres is a popular surfing destination. The excellent winds and waves also make Sagres an attractive sailing spot.
The Rua Comandante Matoso that is the centre of Sagres, and offers you a range of restaurants and shops. Sagres specialties are sea snails and mussels, plucked from the rough rocks near the sea. And if you have a sweet tooth, you absolutely must try the honey cake.
For those with a passion for dance, taking tango classes and dancing to the beats of local and international DJs at Favo in Hortas do Tabual (in neighbouring town Vila do Bispo) is a must-experience.
Health and yoga retreats are very popular in this region, so if you’re looking for a more relaxing experience: Sagres has got you covered.
Bird Festival: held in the first weekend of October, with lots of activities ranging from special tours at sea ‘till lectures and guided hikes with experts. During this period, thousands of birds fly over the Algarve during their migration to Africa.

DAILY LIFE IN SAGRES

At the very western end of Europe, life slows down. The small fishermen’s town of Sagres is a perfect location for those seeking rest and amazing views that never cease to amaze.

Supermarkets

Sagres offers a small local farmers’ market, ‘Mercado 25 de Abril’, open six days a week where you can buy locally grown fruits and vegetables, as well as freshly caught fish.

Furthermore, Sagres has a medium-sized Intermarché supermarket, as well as a Spar and a few smaller grocery stores.

The larger supermarkets such as Lidl, Aldi and Pingo Doce are found in Lagos, which is 30 minutes away by car.

Healthcare

There’s a local ‘centro de saúde’ (healthcare centre) and several pharmacies in Sagres. To visit a larger hospital, you’ll need to go to Lagos.

Schools

Sagres is not a major city, so it doesn’t have a wide range of international or bilingual schools. However, there are some educational institutions in the nearby cities that might be of interest. For example the Nobel International School Algarve, the largest private school in southern Portgual located in Lagoa, which offers a British curriculum for students from ages 3 to 18.