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Set at the mouth of the Mira River on Portugal’s wild southwest coast, Vila Nova de Milfontes is a laid-back coastal town where golden beaches, calm river waters, and dramatic Atlantic cliffs come together. Located within the Vicentine Coast Natural Park, it has long attracted surfers, hikers, families, and travellers looking for unspoiled nature and a slower pace of life. Once a small fishing settlement, Milfontes today balances local charm with just enough infrastructure to feel welcoming without losing its soul.
Understanding Vila Nova de Milfontes: History, Location, and Character
Milfontes sits in the southern Alentejo, right where the Mira River meets the Atlantic Ocean.
Historically important as a river port and fishing village
Protected by natural landscapes on all sides, limiting overdevelopment
