Surroundings
Oásis Azul
Oásis Azul is just a half-hour drive from Faro Airport and five minutes from the charming market village of Moncarapacho, with a supermarket, bakery, pharmacy, restaurants and a local market. The coastal town of Fuseta, with beaches and boats to the surrounding islands, is a ten-minute drive away. The cities of Olhão, Tavira, Loulé and Faro can be reached within 15 to 30 minutes.
In each accommodation, you will find a folder with tips for walks, restaurants, markets and towns in the area. Of course, we are also happy to share our personal favourites and latest discoveries.
Moncarapacho
The market village of Moncarapacho is a five-minute drive or half-hour walk from Oásis Azul via a beautiful walking route. The village has all the basic amenities and a cosy village square with terraces and restaurants.
Fuseta
The fishing village of Fuseta on the Ria Formosa has narrow streets, traditional white houses and a mix of locals, fishermen and tourists. There are two beaches: the inner beach on the lagoon with a beach bar and sunbeds, and Ilha da Fuseta, a vast sandy beach accessible by boat. Along the coast are several inhabited and uninhabited islands, ideal for a day trip.
Olhão
Olhão is an authentic fishing town with Moorish influences and a lively character. Stroll through the narrow streets, visit the market hall full of fresh produce and take a boat trip to the islands of Armona, Culatra and Farol.
Tavira
Tavira is often referred to as the most charming town in the Algarve. Along the Gilão River, you will find museums, churches, terraces, shops and a large market hall. From here, you can also take boats to the beaches of Ilha de Tavira, Terra Estreita, Barril and Homem Nu.
More towns and markets
The old centres of Faro, Loulé and Vila Real de Santo António are definitely worth a visit. From Vila Real, it is possible to make a short crossing to Spain, to Ayamonte on the Rio Guadiana. Every week, there are various markets in the area, including the lively flea market in Fuseta.
Beaches and nature
The Eastern Algarve is known for its long, wide sandy beaches where you can still experience the feeling of being “alone in the world”. Nearby are Praia da Fuseta, Ilha da Fuseta, Praia do Barril, Ilha de Tavira, Armona, Culatra and Farol.
The Ria Formosa Nature Park, between Faro and Tavira, is a protected area with lagoons, islands, dunes and salt pans. A paradise for birdwatchers and nature lovers. From Fuseta and Olhão, various boat trips and walking or cycling tours are offered to explore this area.
Central and western Algarve
The Central Algarve between Faro and Lagos offers golden beaches and well-known seaside resorts such as Albufeira, Lagos, Vilamoura and Praia da Rocha. The west coast of the Algarve is wilder, popular with surfers and ideal for long coastal walks such as the Rota Vicentina, about an hour's drive from Oásis Azul.
