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Come and discover our land

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Monte Costa Luz is located in the Alentejo Litoral, in the rural area of Porto Covo, famous for its stunning beaches and the Natural Park of Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast, in the municipality of Sines. Porto Covo, a picturesque fishing village, is rich in history and Moorish legends, offering stunning views of Pessegueiro Island. Sines, in addition to being the county seat and birthplace of the renowned navigator Vasco da Gama, has an important historical heritage, centered on its beautiful bay and imposing castle. Come and explore the beauty and culture of this unique region!

What to visit

Covo port

  • Village and Square Marquis of Pombal

  • Beaches

  • Forte da Ilha (Trips from Bardo to Pessegueiro Island in the Summer)

Sines

  • Vasco da Gama Beach and Sines Bay,

  • Castle

  • Parish Church and Chapel of Our Lady of Salas

  • Municipal Museum

Nearby

  • Badoka Safari Park,

  • Black Pig Gin Distillery

  • MirĂ³briga Roman Ruins

what to do

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Discover the diversity of activities and sports that our region has to offer! Enjoy the natural park and our beautiful beaches with walks and sports, both on land and water. Throughout the year, take part in various events that celebrate our culture and guarantee moments of fun and learning. Come and explore and enjoy everything we have to offer!

Activities

Beach

Porto Covo

Peach Island

Saint Torpes

Sines

On the coast of Porto Covo, you will find several small beaches hidden in coves, where you can explore and enjoy the crystal clear waters. Each of them offers a unique and charming setting, ideal for relaxing and connecting with nature. Come and discover the secrets that these beaches have to offer and enjoy unforgettable moments by the sea.

Dive

Spearfishing
Fishing

Surf

Windsurf

Tours and trails

Vincentian Route

Mountain Bike Tours

Fishermen's trail and other circular trails

Costa Vicentina Trail

Mountain Bike Tour Alvalade - Porto Covo

Events / Culture

World Music Festival - Sines

Porto Covo Festivals

April 25th Celebrations - Sines

Sines Carnival

  • The World Music Festival in Porto Covo and Sines - takes place in the last fortnight of July

  • The Porto Covo Festivals take place in Porto Covo in the last week of August

  • The April 25th celebrations in Sines take place on the night of April 24th with musical shows and fireworks in Sines Bay

  • Carnival Parade in Sines (Corsos and Carnival - Sunday, Monday and Tuesday and various dances and entertainment in the city)

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