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Set in a pretty valley, this site offers all necessary facilities – toilets, hot showers, laundry rooms, shops and restaurant. There are studios and apartments for rent too, and there’s even a separate area for naturists!

This excellent site near the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa has first-class amenities and lively recreation facilities that include a swimming pool and tennis court. There’s also a mini-market, a restaurant and a bar.

A sprawling camping and caravan site about 2 km (1 mile) from the town centre. Facilities include three pools, an adventure playground, an à la carte restaurant, a supermarket and a night club.

Secluded under a canopy of pine, this is one of the most modern and comprehensive sites in southern Portugal. Facilities include tennis courts, pool and restaurant, and the surrounding countryside is national park. Caravans and bungalows can also be hired.

Only tents go up on this island, which is car- and caravan-free. There are supermarket and restaurant facilities, and tent hire is possible too. Get there via ferry at Quatro Águas. The site’s hugely popular in summer, so call ahead and ask about special promotions.

It’s not uncommon to see surfboards outside the tents here as the site’s in easy reach of some of the west coast’s finest surfing beaches. Amenities are excellent, and Sagres town is 2 km (1 mile) away.

The nearest campsite to Armação de Pêra, this is great for anyone holidaying on a budget who craves the sights and nightlife of a lively resort. Modern facilities abound on site, and it’s also possible to hire bungalows here.

The conifer woodland near the site is home to the largest population of Mediterranean chameleon in Portugal. Walks here are superb, and Monte Gordo itself is a thriving little town with an ideal beach for sunbathing and swimming.

This is located near some incredible beaches, such as Praia de Monte Clérigo – a surfer’s gem. Simple amenities include hot showers and a swimming pool.

This pleasant and rather tranquil site fills up quickly in summer due to its proximity to the buzzing resort of Alvor. Modern, well-equipped facilities.