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The Albufeira Coastline is made up of more than 20 different and beautiful beaches. Their fine sand is gently touched by the crystal clear and warm ocean water that captivates bathers from all over the World.
From little secluded places surrounded by walls of rock to long stretches of sandy beach, we can enjoy them all, whether it be calmly and privately or with plenty of fun and action.
Water sports are always present, whether it be sailing, windsurfing and diving, or even motorized water sports.
Take advantage of our exclusive interactive beach guide to help you plan your holiday route. Surf with us and have fun!
The Blue Flag
The quality and safety of Albufeira's beaches has been rewarded with a high number of Blue Flags and is maintained, year after year, with great dedication and effort. The criteria for a beach to obtain the Blue Flag are: Environmental Education and Information; Water Quality; Environmental Management; Safety and Services.
For more information about the Blue Flag organization, visit:
 Blue Flag Organization  Associação Bandeira Azul da Europa
| Every beach will have a flag signaling the bathers about the condition of the sea. Here is what they mean |
Green flag
Bathers are allowed to swim, providing all the rules and regulations are abided by. |
Yellow flag
Swimming is prohibited. |
Red flag
It is prohibited to bathe, swim or enter the water. |
Blue and White checkered Flag
Beach temporarily unsupervised. |
 The I.S.N. (Instituto de Socorro a Náufragos) is an organisation that depends on the Portuguese Navy with the purpose of maintaining beach and maritime security. The main task of this Life Saving Institute is to coordinate rescue operations in the high seas and provide beach surveillance and safety.
The Institute advises all bathers about the precautions to take whilst on the beach.
| There are 6 rules and 5 advice tips that, if followed by bathers, will prevent any fatal accidents. |
| SECURITY RULES: |
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- Only frequent supervised beaches
- Obey all Flag rules
- Obey all lifeguards' instructions
- Avoid swimming within 3 hours after having eaten
- Never swim against the current
- When swimming, never stray too far from the beach and always swim parallel to the shore
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- Always be aware of your Children's whereabouts and safety.
- Do not enter quickly into the water after long periods of sunbathing.
- Try to always be accompanied when swimming.
- If you feel at all in any danger, do not hesitate to call immediately for help.
- Try to familiarize yourself with the beaches you are using.
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It is also of great importance that bathers gather information about the beaches they are using, namely currents, rocks, deep areas in the seabed and danger zones. |
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