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Sagres

Faro, Portugal · Europe

About Sagres

Sagres works well as a base: 15 minutes from Vila do Bispo, 5km from Cape St Vincent.

Sagres is a town located in Faro, Portugal. With a population of 1,939, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Sagres sits in Portugal, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Lisbon time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Sagres to your route.

About Sagres

Sagres is a civil parish in the municipality of Vila do Bispo, in the southern Algarve of Portugal. It has 1,894 inhabitants (2021) in an area of 34.37 square kilometres (13.27 sq mi). It is historically connected to the early Portuguese Age of Discovery. Sagres is near the Western end of the world's longest estimated

Read more straight-line path over land, at 11,241 km, ending near Jinjiang in the People's Republic of China.

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Sagres offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Sagres located?

Sagres is located in Faro, Portugal, Europe. The coordinates are 37.0086 latitude, -8.9431 longitude.

What is the population of Sagres?

Sagres has a population of approximately 1,939 people, making it a town in Portugal.

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Quick Information

Population
1,939
Continent
Europe
Country
Portugal
Region
Faro
Timezone
Europe/Lisbon
Coordinates
37.0086, -8.9431

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Portugal

Police
112
Ambulance
112
Fire
112
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Sagres

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Cape St Vincent

The southwestern-most point of mainland Europe, with dramatic cliffs, a lighthouse, and powerful Atlantic waves.

5 km · about 10 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cabo de São Vicente

The southwesternmost cape of mainland Europe, with a working lighthouse on 75m cliffs at the end of the N268.

5 km · about 10 min drive

beach

Praia do Camilo

A small, secluded Algarve cove reached by a steep wooden staircase, nestled between ochre cliffs and azure waters.

25 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Ponta da Piedade

A spectacular headland of golden sandstone arches, grottoes, and sea stacks rising from turquoise waters near Lagos.

26 km · about 30 min drive

racetrack

Autódromo Internacional do Algarve

Roller-coaster Portuguese circuit with dramatic elevation changes

37 km · about 45 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Fóia (Serra de Monchique)

The Algarve's highest peak, reached by a twisting road with sweeping views over coast and hills.

46 km · about 55 min drive

natural wonder

Benagil Sea Cave

A cathedral-like sea cave with a massive natural skylight opening in its domed ceiling, accessible only by water along the Algarve coast.

47 km · about 55 min drive

beach

Praia da Marinha

A stunning Algarve beach framed by golden limestone cliffs, sea arches, and crystal-clear Atlantic waters.

48 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Sagres

  • Right hereCabo de São VicenteThe southwesternmost cape of mainland Europe, with a working lighthouse on 75m cliffs at the end of the N268.
  • 46 kmFóia (Serra de Monchique)The Algarve's highest peak, reached by a twisting road with sweeping views over coast and hills.
  • 67 kmCabo SardãoWild Alentejo headland by the Cavaleiro lighthouse where white storks nest on sea stacks and cliff ledges above the surf: claimed to be the only place in the world they breed on coastal rocks. Short walk from the lighthouse car park.

Driving in Portugal

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
~€9.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Sagres.

Vila do Bispo

🇵🇹 Portugal

9 km awayPop. 5,717

Senhora da Luz

🇵🇹 Portugal

21 km awayPop. 3,545

Porto de Mós

🇵🇹 Portugal

25 km awayPop. 23,648

Bensafrim

🇵🇹 Portugal

25 km awayPop. 2,004

Lagos

🇵🇹 Portugal

26 km awayPop. 33,494

Mexilhoeira Grande

🇵🇹 Portugal

34 km awayPop. 4,029

Alvor

🇵🇹 Portugal

34 km awayPop. 5,272

Aljezur

🇵🇹 Portugal

37 km awayPop. 5,884

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