Elevation 902 m Parent range Serra de Monchique | Prominence 739 m | |
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Similar Calvitero, Torre, Serra de Montejunto Protected, Mount Pico, Cabeço Gordo | ||
With an elevation of 902 metres (2,959 ft) and a topographic prominence of 739 metres (2,425 ft), Fóia is the highest mountain of Algarve, Portugal. It is part of the Serra de Monchique range and is located at 37.314795°N 8.596244°W / 37.314795; -8.596244 within Monchique parish.
Map of F%C3%B3ia, Portugal
There is a paved road right to the summit which is topped by several telecommunication facilities including the Radar Station N°1 of the Portuguese Air Force. On a clear day the Atlantic Ocean is visible.
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