Benagil

Benagil is a small hamlet on the coast of Lagoa that lived from fishing until tourism took over in the late twentieth century. Its own beach sits in a narrow gap in the cliffs, a short way from Praia da Marinha.

The main draw is the Benagil sea cave, whose roof has a round opening that lets light pour in onto a sandy floor. It is reached from the sea, usually on a boat or kayak trip; access rules change, so check the current ones before you go. The waymarked Seven Hanging Valleys trail passes through, linking Praia da Marinha with Vale de Centeanes along the clifftops.