Quinta da Fornalha is a traditional working farm in Portugal’s Algarve, near the Castro Marim natural reserve, the historic town of Castro Marim, and the region’s sandy beaches. Family-owned for generations, the property combines farming, hospitality, dining, and retail around a commitment to sustainability, regenerative agriculture, and connecting people with nature. Its orchards grow figs, oranges, olives, carob, almonds, and other trees.

Visitors can stay in traditional Portuguese guesthouses and enjoy the farm’s natural surroundings, with experiences that include a private lake, farm animals, and opportunities to explore the nearby reserve and coastline. The on-site restaurant, Taberna Remexida, serves local produce in a relaxed setting. The farm shop sells handmade goods made from the land’s harvest, including jams, fig chutney, and carob and almond spreads.

Quinta da Fornalha also welcomes volunteers and collaborators throughout the year. Its integrated approach brings together agricultural production, ecotourism, the restaurant, and the shop, supporting a vision of preserving traditional knowledge while cultivating a healthy farm for future generations.