Formula 1 Grand Prix 2020 in Algarve: Everything You Need to Know

This weekend, from October 23 to 25, the 12th Formula 1 World Championship 2020 will take place with the Portuguese Grand Prix in Portimão. Here is everything you need to know about this championship like no other, which will take place in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic. 
 
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This event was not normally on the calendar but was added following the cancellation of many races due to the global pandemic.
The last time the Formula Grand Prix was held in Portugal was in 1996! It took place on the Estoril circuit. 
The International Autodrome of Portimão is unique and intends to become a must for Formula 1 Grand Prix. 
At the beginning, there were rumours about a closed eight race, finally, the Portuguese government decided to limit access to 27,500 spectators per day, instead of the 90,000 people that the circuit can accommodate. 
All measures have been taken to implement barrier gestures, spectators will have to keep one seat apart from each other and there will be no movement between sectors and pits. 

How to get there? 

The Portimão International Autodrome is located 22km north of the city of Portimão. 
To get to Portimão by plane, the nearest airport is Faro. Take the opportunity to spend a few days in this city and discover the splendours of the capital. Then you can rent a car, take a cab. 
 
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Where to stay? 

Take advantage of one of our villas to spend a heavenly stay in the heart of the Algarve for a weekend or short stay. 
 

This magnificent 4 bedroom villa is located in the town of Alvor, not far from Portimao. You will be enchanted by its beautiful outdoor swimming pool in its large garden with barbecue and summer kitchen. You will also be able to enjoy a spa with hammam and jacuzzi. 
 
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Enjoy this superb 10 bedroom villa in the heart of Lagos west of Portimao. It offers many amenities with a modern kitchen, wine cellar and outdoor pool with barbecue, sauna and gym. You will be close to all the attractions of the Algarve. 
 
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Discover this beautiful and spacious 9 bedroom villa located in Lagoa, east of Portimao. Perched on the cliffs of Ferragudo, it offers a breathtaking view of the surroundings. The house is tastefully decorated and you can enjoy a beautiful outdoor swimming pool, a games room, only minutes away from the beautiful beaches of the area. 
 
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Algarve is a beautiful region with numerous activities to indulge in. If you are a nature lover, explore the beautiful beaches and paths along the coast. If you like to discover the cultural and historical heritage of the region, discover the beautiful typical villages of the Algarve such as Olhão, Monchique or Estoi. If you are rather sporty and dynamic, go surfing the most beautiful waves of the region or go hiking in the mountains of the Serra de Monchique, or along the Via Algarviana. For the gourmets, don't panic, the Algarve and Portugal in general, offers an excellent and refined cuisine, you will find beautiful markets, amazing wines and many Michelin starred restaurants. 
 
So what are you waiting for to come to the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Portimao and discover the incredible scenery and culture of this beautiful region in southern Portugal? 
 
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