Monchique Guide
Monchique Hot Springs
In the Algarve
Monchique, Portugal -
Monchique, small town (2,300 inhab.) and municipality with 6,045 inhabitants
(
1), district of
Faro, no
Algarve, is
one of the sixteen
concelhos (municipalities) in this southern region of Portugal.
Monchique © muffinn / CC
Caldas de Monchique
Famous for the healing power of its waters,
Caldas de Monchique have been attracting people for centuries
seeking its benefits.
Historical Center
The Historic Center of Monchique, typically Algarve, with its white-walled houses and colored doors, is a must-visit. the wide
São Sebastião is the highlight. Also pay attention to the typical chimneys so different from the rest of the country.
Attractions
- Our Lady of Desterro Convent
- Pelourinho de Monchique
- Monchique Parish Church or Nossa Senhora da Conceição Church
- Caldas de Monchique
- Caldas de Monchique Chapel
- Misericordia de Monchique Church
- St Sebastian Church
- Church of the Lord of the Steps
- Serra da Fóia
- Serra da Picota
- Ermida do Senhor dos Passos
- Historic Center
- Mine Park
Parishes of Monchique
There are three parishes that make up the municipality:
Spa and Thermal Station
The village of
Monchique and the Serra are home to one of the most sought after syrups in the region.
Monchique is one of the main hot springs in Portugal and
Europe.