Alte is a typical village for the outback of the Algarve, which has retained its originality. Just like its rural surroundings with many small villages.
The area is ideal for cycling and hiking.
Those people who are not so good on foot, can explore the area with one of the guided tours,which are offered.
Alte is located on the edge of the Serra de Caldeirão.
A mountain range on the border of the Alentejo and about 20 kilometers from the touristic developed coastal towns.
Through the town flows the Ribeira de Alte. A small river fed by two springs, which are characteristic of the Alte.
Of the water of the Fonte Pequena many Portuguese claim that it has a life-prolonging effect.Because in the area people get older on average.
People come from far away to get some of the water.
At the Fonte Grande, the water is dammed up and you can swim. There is an outdoor stage and a café on site. Further down the river , the river says goodbye at a waterfall where you can swim as well.
The church, the Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Assunção it is the center of the town.
The architecture is typical for the Algarve, white limed houses with contrasting windows and doors.