Burgau, Portugal

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Burgau
Coordinates: 37°04′25″N 8°46′28″W / 37.07358°N 8.77456°W / 37.07358; -8.77456Coordinates: 37°04′25″N 8°46′28″W / 37.07358°N 8.77456°W / 37.07358; -8.77456
Country Portugal
Region Algarve
Website Village website

Burgau located in the region of Algarve, municipality of Vila do Bispo was a fishing village, now living entirely on tourism. Its most important attraction is the small beach of Praia de Burgau surrounded by hills that protect this beach from the frequent strong wind characteristic of Barlavento. There is a hotel in this town and a large number of small apartments that can be rented during the summer. The village has an approximate resident population of 450 inhabitants.

Attractions

The beach Praia de Burgau is the most famous attraction because of its size and climate in the region. Around the area, people can walk in the fields belonging to the protected area and appreciate the natural landscape of Barlavento Algarvio. There is also a large presence of people during the night, especially in the summer (June to September) due to its Bars and cafes creating big movement on the most important streets. There is a webcam in burgau it can be found here http://www.burgau.co.uk/webcam.htm.

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