Apt 2br in a outstanding condominium

Portimão: Location and surroundings of this property

Ideally located, in a quiet and privileged area, at a short distance from all amenities and at the start of the famous pedestrian boulevard "passeio ribeirinha" of Portimão's waterfront, with its exotic palms and public benches, you will have the opportunity to enjoy, at every moment of the day, the landscape and the typical boats that the Arade river has to offer. At the other side of the river you will find the small authentic fischer town of Ferragudo, were you can still see the small fishing boats come ashore, providing the charming restaurants with fresh fish. This property is located in a quiet area of the city of Portimão. Close to the place where you can find the brand-name shops, cafes with esplanades, renowned restaurants, theatres and all the other amenities. In the centre of what is the 2nd largest city in the Algarve and the largest in the Centre / West Algarve, with about 45K inhabitants. Portimão is distinguished by its tourist offer, pulse and dynamism and by a diversity of activities that make your day-to-day life intense and marked by a rhythm that is maintained throughout the year. It is 1 min. walk from the banks of the River Arade, which cuts through this charming city. Along the banks you will find numerous of terraces for a drink and restaurants with fresh fish and seafood dishes, the best representatives of the rich local gastronomy. All of this within á 5 min walk from your apartment! In recent years, the mouth of the River Arade has been the scene of major events, such as the Portuguese F1 international championship in motorboating. Currently, Portimão is the 3rd national port (only behind Lisbon and Funchal), which receives more passengers from cruise ships, thus enhancing quality tourism. It is the headquarters of the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve and has industrial poles related to fishing and services, besides the Arena, the largest multipurpose flag south of the Tagus. A pleasant 15 min. walk after your meal will take you to the stunning and world famous Praia da Rocha. With its vibrant nightlife, it is one of the most popular seaside resorts in the Algarve. It offers a vast expanse of pristine golden sand (1.5 km), waters of crystalline purity that reflect a myriad of shades of blue, surrounded by an idyllic landscape, with the capricious rocks that give it its name.