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Whether you’re sporty or reflective, a solo traveller or a large family – the Algarve is a popular destination for young and old alike. Europe’s sunniest coastline boasts around 300 days of sunshine a year. The climate here is mild all year round and pleasantly dry even in the hot summer thanks to constant air movement.The maximum temperature in the summer months from June to September is around 30 degrees Celsius; rainy days are few and far between. The water temperature in the Atlantic is rather warm at an average 18 degrees and is ideal for swimming and a range of water sports. Even in the winter months, the thermometer rarely drops below 10 degrees, averaging around 16 degrees Celsius.
The best time to visit for a beach holiday is between June and August. During this time, you can expect around 12 hours of sunshine a day and enjoy temperatures that are consistently above 25 degrees Celsius, if not over 30 degrees. The water temperatures in the relatively cool Atlantic ocean can even reach around 21 degrees. Of course, the sea breeze offers a welcome freshness in summer.
Temperatures reach an average of 20 degrees Celsius in the spring months of March to May. There are only a few rainy days and conditions are ideal for an active holiday or a city break. However, the water temperature remains quite cool at this time of year, so you have to be brave to go for a dip in the sea.
In the autumn months of September to November, temperatures often reach around 25 degrees Celsius, but the hours of sunshine are considerably fewer and rain is a possibility. Similarly to the spring, this time of year is suitable for exploring the towns or nature itself. The sea is still warm until mid-October at least, so there’s no reason why you can’t enjoy a late summer beach holiday.
An essential part of our philosophy is based on getting to know the regional specialities. This means immersing ourselves in the local delicacies. Enjoy your meal!
The sound of the sea, unique products, and Moorish heritage.
Experience the feeling of freedom – while fishing at night, hunting for barnacles, on beautiful beaches, and in the surf of the Atlantic ocean. Accompany us on a trip to the mountains to visit winemakers, fruit and vegetable growers, cheese producers, and cork peelers. Welcome to the Algarve!
A sample from the book:
“Multiple fishing rods, brightly-coloured lures, endless waves, an encounter with a ten-armed cephalopod, but only two half-full buckets: spending a few hours on the autumnal Atlantic with fisherman Erico Gomes Martins.
A beautiful September evening is drawing to a close. Fim do trabalho! Noélia’s late guests are enjoying their last glass of wine or sipping their bica. The restaurant door swings open once again and a slim, sinewy man slowly makes his way towards the kitchen. Noélia comes to greet him, casting an appreciative glance at the red bucket in his right hand. A few words are exchanged and a brief nod is given: comprado, bought! This is how we get to know the fisherman Erico Gomes Martins. He regularly offers his catch of the day to Noélia in Cabanas de Tavira. And after a brief chat, he invites us to go out to sea with him the next day. Combinado! We agree to meet at 5pm at O Armazém, a café on the pier in Tavira.
The banks of the river Gilão are lined with only one and two-storey houses: some are simple and have been converted into taverns and souvenir shops, while others have been beautifully renovated, like the historic fish market. It’s not just the buildings near the river that bear witness to Tavira’s former heyday, but also the villas of the tuna barons. From the 18th century until the 1970s, the coastal town made a living from catching and processing red tuna.”
Work and switch off where others go on holiday. Spend the winter in the Mediterranean climate, recharging your batteries. SevenCollection invites you to do just that.
If you would like to rent one of our properties for several months outside of the usual holiday durations, then we can make you an offer on favourable terms. Please contact us directly using the keyword “long stay”.
“Stay a little longer, it’s so beautiful!” That’s what our beach houses always whisper to our guests as soon as their minds drift towards their departure. Bad weather, traffic jams, the same old routine ... What’s that? Your children have flown the nest and their future is already all sorted? Then maybe this question will encourage you to reconsider:
Why visit the Algarve for a short time when you can stay in paradise for months? Allow us to make the answer a little easier for you. To the silver surfer generation and those who want to avoid winter: leave your previous commitments and gloomy weather behind. The mild climate in the Algarve is good for your mind, joints, and bones. The laid back lifestyle of the Portuguese certainly puts a lot of our unnecessary stress into perspective.
You don’t have to worry about anything except the luxury of enjoying yourself as you please, whether you’re doing sport, at the seaside, on an excursion, alone, or with friends. Balancing the active and passive is what it’s all about.
Please note: If, during your long stay holiday, you feel the urge to work or use the modern media that others may describe as the shackles of a digitalised society, then the internet will always be available to you in your SevenCollection beach house. You are also welcome to use the fax machine and photocopier in our reception if required.You can enjoy a 20% discount on your booking of 30 days or more with all SevenCollection properties.*
Simply enter the keyword “long stay” in your booking enquiry under “Contact”. Please contact us directly if you would like to book a property for several months:
contact@sevencollection.de
* Minimum booking duration of 30 days in season class A: November – March. Cannot be used in combination with other discount promotions
