Ilha de Tavira

Barrier island · Tavira (Algarve)

Eleven kilometres of island sand protecting the Ria Formosa behind Tavira — ferry from the town quay in summer, wilder at the Cabanas end. The island holds beach bars, dunes and long quiet stretches.

Good to know

Summer ferry from Tavira quay
Dune-side beach bars
Walkable to Barril
Calm lagoon side for children

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