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Christmas Day at Tribulum

Sun 25th Dec, 2022 Algarve Algarve
Christmas cheer and delicious Christmas dishes are on the menu at Tribulum. Fabulous hospitality to enjoy on Christmas Day along with roast turkey, honey glazed ham, plum
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Vila Vita Parc Christmas Food Market

Thu 8th Dec, 2022 Algarve Algarve
Enter into the festive spirit at the Vila Vita Christmas Market. Live music, tasty food, home-made hot chocolate and Gluehwein plus entertainment for the kids! Free entry
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Showcooking & Wine Tasting at Restaurante A Vela

Sat 3rd Dec, 2022 Algarve Algarve
Show cooking and Wine Tasting dining experience by Restaurante A Vela, Carvoeiro, Portugal. Portuguese flavours, wines from Algarve and Alentejo. Advance booking is essen
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Nordic Christmas Buffet at Golfland

Sat 3rd Dec, 2022 Algarve Algarve
Get into the Christmas mood with a fabulous Nordic Christmas Buffet at Golfland! Swedish specialties featuring traditional Nordic Christmas dishes. Available at Jasmine R
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Christmas at WELL Vale do Lobo

Sun 4th Dec, 2022 Algarve Algarve
Christmas by the sea! Join the festive fun at WELL Vale do Lobo. Cocktails and ugly sweaters, fireworks and fun, it's all happening! See the full Christmas fun agenda her
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New Year Celebration at Golfland

Sat 31st Dec, 2022 Algarve Algarve
Join the party on New Year's Eve at Golfland in Alvor! Celebrate 2023 with a fabulous night of fun, food, live music, and dancing. There's a super menu with vegetarian op
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Christmas Fun in Portimão

Tue 6th Dec, 2022 Algarve , Portimão
An ice rink, a market, Santa's grotto and lots of family fun bring Christmas festivities to Portimão. The town centre becomes a magical Christmas wonderland with music,
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Festive What's on at W Algarve

Sat 3rd Dec, 2022 Algarve Algarve
Festive fun at W Algarve for Christmas and New Year. Parties, cocktails, music, food and fabulous fun. See the full programme for W Algarve, Market Kitchen and Paper Moon
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New Year's Eve at Praia do Canal

Fri 30th Dec, 2022 Algarve , West Algarve
Welcome 2023 amid the luxury and nature of Praia do Canal Nature Resort. A special New Year's Eve package is available, including Gala Dinner, NYE Party, New Year's Day B

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Côrte-Real Gallery

An international gallery with outstanding European art

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Hidden in the Algarve countryside, Côrte-Real is a unique and utterly charming art gallery. Its simple style should not deceive. The art here is of excellent quality, with works from international artists displayed on the white-washed walls. Artists seek out Côrte-Real to display their works, knowing that their art is treasured here and will reach an appreciative audience.

Set in the Algarve countryside, between Boliqueime and Paderne, the gallery is housed in an old “quinta” whose original structure has not been altered. The thick walls house several rooms on different levels, with intriguing nooks and recesses to explore. Walking into the gallery is like stepping into a painting, a magical world of colour and craftmanship, grace and textures.

Integral to the charming atmosphere at Côrte-Real are the owners. The farmhouse-turned-gallery has been in Pedro Côrte-Real's family for generations. Along with Michael Roberts, an art director in Paris for many years, what was once a family home is now an exceptional place to appreciate and buy art in the Algarve.

At Côrte-Real, everything is about the art. The appreciation and affection that Michael and Pedro have for the works they display is in keeping with their aim to only exhibit what they would gladly have in their own home and maintains the exceptional standard of the pieces at the gallery. Each item is hand-picked, with art, sculptures, ceramics and homeware created by artists from around the world. The gallery may be located deep in the Algarve countryside, but its art knows no borders.

As stepping into the gallery is like entering a different world, it is fitting that the journey to the gallery takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the coast, into the tranquil countryside, each curve uncluttering your views as if in preparation for the visual joy that awaits.

To reach the gallery, from Paderne or Boliqueime, follow the gallery signs along the route (red and yellow signs for “Galeria”) – they will take you right to the door. From Boliqueime, stay on the N270 until you turn right onto the M1176. Google maps will tell you to turn beforehand, but this is not the correct route.

There are both large, statement pieces and smaller, intimate items of art at the gallery. Art lovers can choose their favourite pieces which can be shipped internationally or grace their homes in Portugal.
Keep up to date with the latest art at Côrte-Real Gallery by signing up for their newsletter and reading their blog. Click the website button above.
The gallery is open Thursday to Sunday, from 11:30h to 16:30h.
Enjoy a coffee or refreshing drink in the garden patio during your visit.