When can I check in and check out of Camping Serro da Bica?

Camping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Camping Serro da Bica?

From £14.58 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Camping Serro da Bica

From €17 For 1 night, 2 adults Last booked 4 days ago 8.5 13 reviews

Spacious pitches (added by manager 24 Aug 2021)

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Spacious pitches under cork or oak (added by manager 29 jul 2022)

Spacious motorhome pitches (added by manager 24 aug 2021)

Spacious pitches under cork or oak (added by manager 24 aug 2021)

Peaceful wildlife haven with a friendly atmosphere and tidy facilities
Access to walks and bike rides; walk to the river to fish or swim
Social activities on site such as barbecues and pizza evenings

How about friendly vibes 50 metres from the Mira river and a site that's surrounded by walks and cycling trails? If that all sounds like a bit of you, nab a spot at Camping Serro da Bica in the centre of southern Portugal. Since the new owners took charge of this site in 2018, the friendly atmosphere has been a top priority – much appreciated by new guests and regulars (families and dogs included). During the week, there’s an opportunity to catch up together in the log cabin. On the weekends, the site often throws a barbecue, a pizza evening or a trip to a local restaurant. On that note, there are several high-quality restaurants within five kilometres of the site (perhaps take a splendid stroll there and back, admiring the local wildlife as you go). Peace and space are the key characteristics at Camping Serro da Bica, as is the gorgeous natural setting. There are cork, holm oaks and seasonal plant life all around, and at the bottom of the site is a 50-metre path to the Mira river, where wild swimming and fishing are year-round activities. If you’re ready and raring to get out, walking routes start directly from the site, ranging in length from five to 15 kilometres. Cyclists can access several different cycling routes of different difficulties, as well as mountain biking nearby. It’s very neat here, despite being such a wildlife haven. There’s a toilet and shower block with underfloor heating, washing-up and laundry facilities and wifi covering the whole site. Plus, the grounds are easily accessible for those carrying any equipment with them. If you’re wondering about local amenities, you’ll be pleased to find that Ourique, 10 minutes’ drive away, has a large supermarket, several small shops, cafés and restaurants.

Site type

Open all year

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
No charcoal barbecues allowed.
If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

Dutch

English

French

German

Portuguese

Pitch types & availability

Electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Ground type: Grass and earth

Pitch size: unlimited

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

One Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

unlimited

Ground type

Grass and earth

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Tent, Trailer tent

Features

Electric: 10 amp included

Electric: 6 amp included

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Picnic table

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		€2.20 (€2.20) per night
Bring a porch awning (1 max)		€2.20 (€2.20) per night
Discount for children (4-12 years old) (5 max)		-€1 (-€1) per night
Dog (2 max)		€1 (€1) per night
Extra car (1 max)		€2.50 (€2.50) per night
Extra tent (1 max)		€2.50 (€2.50) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From €17 (€17) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Electric gravel and hardstanding tent pitch

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Ground type: Gravel and hardstanding

Pitch size: unlimited

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

unlimited

Ground type

Gravel and hardstanding

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Electric: 10 amp included

Electric: 6 amp included

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

European plug

Picnic table

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		€2.20 (€2.20) per night
Bring a porch awning (1 max)		€2.20 (€2.20) per night
Discount for children (4-12 years old) (5 max)		-€1 (-€1) per night
Dog (2 max)		€1 (€1) per night
Extra car (1 max)		€2.50 (€2.50) per night
Extra tent (1 max)		€2.50 (€2.50) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From €17 (€17) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Electric gravel and hardstanding touring pitch

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Ground type: Gravel and hardstanding

6 people maximum

Wifi at the unit/pitch

One Campervan or Motorhome or Touring caravan allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Ground type

Gravel and hardstanding

Twin-axle vehicles accepted

Suitable for

Campervan, Motorhome, Touring caravan

Features

Electric: 10 amp included

Electric: 6 amp included

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by pitch/unit

Chemical disposal point

European plug

Picnic table

Use of a motorhome service point

Wifi at the unit/pitch

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		€2.20 (€2.20) per night
Bring a porch awning (1 max)		€2.20 (€2.20) per night
Discount for children (4-12 years old) (5 max)		-€1 (-€1) per night
Dog (2 max)		€1 (€1) per night
Extra car (1 max)		€2.50 (€2.50) per night
Extra tent (1 max)		€2.50 (€2.50) per night

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From €18 (€18) 1 night, 2 adults

View prices & book

Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Would not recommend site.

Overall	6/10
Location	6
Value for money	6
Accommodation	6
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	4
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	6
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Apr 2024

Electric gravel and hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: Near river & good pitch location

Disliked: Felt being English in the minority as mostly Dutch seem to stay here. There is a lot of traffic noise. Also was asked to pay by cash not card as campsite incurred changes, this was not mentioned when booking or at check in.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Desierto???

Overall	2/10
Location	No rating
Value for money	2
Accommodation	2
Facilities / Activities	2
Customer service	2
Child friendliness	2
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	No rating

nines o. Aug 2023

Electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: No

Disliked: Al llegar directamente nos dimos la vuelta y buscamos otro camping, parecía un desierto, no había absolutamente nadie ni en recepción ni en las zonas comunes, cuatro tiendas de campaña, solo CUATRO! y ni una sombra, parecía un solar abandonado

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: There is always somebody available to help our guest if we are not there. We were also busy with some works, but still we had some good spots to stay. We are sorry we could not have the right solution for you.

La tranquillité La propreté…

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	6
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	6
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	10

Laurent B. Aug 2023

Electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: La tranquillité La propreté

Recommend to friends Visit again

Highly recommend this site

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Anonymous Jul 2023

Electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: The campsite was excellent and well organized. The location is great, off the main road and a 5-minute walk to a serene river and more hiking options.

Recommend to friends Visit again

absolutely fantastic

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Laura M. May 2023

Electric gravel and hardstanding touring pitch

Liked: What was there not to like!? it is an incredible campsite that is secluded and well thought out pitch placing. You basically have your own plot of land. Our hosts are most welcoming and are very happy to advise on local hikes and activities. It is an 50min from Vilamoura and Albufera which keeps it peaceful and not so crowded. The beautiful sunrises and sunsets, the river and wildlife on your doorstep is incredible. There is a drought in Southern Portugal and Spain and we were asked to go sparingly on the water and this was not an issue as we all play a part. Will definitely return when in the area again and would most definitely recommend to anyone to visit for at least a long weekend or longer.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great site, relaxed and slightly offbeat. A friendly welcome awaits.

Overall	8/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Apr 2023

Electric gravel and hardstanding tent pitch

Liked: We came across this site when looking for a suitable stopover between the Algarve and Lisbon. Although we stayed only 2 nights we wished we had stayed for longer given the very friendly and relaxed vibe which Menno and Miranda have created. It is most definitely a site with a great personality! A highlight is when the 5 o’ clock bell is rung for happy hour at the bar and a chance to meet up and chat with fellow campers. We shall definitely return.

Disliked: We would like to see the site once the extensive planting the owners have carried out has had a chance to mature.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Ein toller Platz

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Anonymous Oct 2022

Electric gravel and hardstanding tent pitch

Liked: Sehr freundlicher Eigentümer, durften uns den Stellplatz aussuchen, sehr saubere Toiletten und Duschen, tolle Lage, WLAN auf dem gesamten Platz

Disliked: Durch die Straße etwas laut.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet and peaceful friendly atmosphere Good showers and facilities…

Overall	8/10
Location	6
Value for money	8
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	8
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	8
Wifi	10

Anonymous Oct 2022

Electric gravel and hardstanding tent pitch

Liked: Quiet and peaceful friendly atmosphere Good showers and facilities

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantástico!!

Overall	10/10
Location	8
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Alina M. Aug 2022

Electric grass and earth tent or trailer tent pitch

Liked: Muchissimo, está todo muy bien organizado y limpio y el sitio es espectacular🙌

Disliked: No hay ninguna queja

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic rural quiet location with great but small facilities.

Overall	10/10
Location	No rating
Value for money	No rating
Accommodation	No rating
Facilities / Activities	No rating
Customer service	No rating
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	No rating
Wifi	No rating

Sarah S. Aug 2022

Electric gravel and hardstanding tent pitch

Liked: Great site. Very clean. Very friendly staff. Waiting for us to arrive late and showed us to our pitch! Really nice guy. Quiet location with gorgeous river. Loved it here. So peaceful 🥰

Disliked: Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Camping 2.0

Jumbo tent pitches

Themes

Lake and/or mountain

Peaceful

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal freezer

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Large (51-200 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Seasonal pitches

Tourer storage facilities

Location

Camping Serro da Bica

Horta da Bica

Aldeia de Palheiros

Ourique

Portugal

7670-202

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Lisbon WEST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

37.56635°N
-8.26498°W

Route directions

Please use the hard shoulder to take the slip road from the IC1. The site is signposted.

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Compasses out… Camping Serro da Bica is well-based for adventures to the north, east, south and west. First, perhaps investigate the deserted Roman mine landscape at the Sao Domingos Mine (an hour and 10 minutes' drive) or the waterfalls in the Pulo do Lobo (an hour and 10 minutes) nature reserve, both to the east. Algarve beaches (an hour and 10 minutes) are to the south, with sandy islands, sea caves, cliffs, and scenic rock formations. Meanwhile, in the west, the Atlantic coast (around an hour and 10 minutes) has yet more impressive cliffs and splendid beaches that are certainly less crowded than the Algarve’s. In the north, day trip options include the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Roman Evora (an hour and 45 minutes), medieval Alcácer do Sal (an hour and 10 minutes) and ancient ruins in Beja (50 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Zambujeira Do Mar	28.7 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Alteirinhos	28.9 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Carvalhal (Odemira)	29.5 mi	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Admission is only permitted after registering at reception.
All guests spending the night at the park must present their ID at the reception desk and sign registration forms.
At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
Units will be allocated on arrival.

Dogs

Dogs are prohibited from main facilities and amenities.
Dogs must be kept on leads and supervised at all times.
Guide dogs are allowed on site free of charge.

General

Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Public areas are non-smoking.
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The fishing lakes are stocked with roach, carp, barbel, black perch, sunfish.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
This site does have a catch-and-return fishing policy in place.

Occupancy

No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Pitches

A cable measuring at least 10 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
You must follow the management directives when pitching your tent/unit and related equipment.

Reception

If reception is closed on arrival: please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Reception is open from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. between 01/01 and 31/12.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
No charcoal barbecues allowed.
Open fires are prohibited.
Swimming in the lake is allowed.

Taxes

This area is not subject to city tax.

Payment terms

Does Camping Serro da Bica have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Camping Serro da Bica dog friendly? Yes View all features
What attractions are near Camping Serro da Bica? Compasses out… Camping Serro da Bica is well-based for adventures to the north, east, south and west. First, perhaps investigate the deserted Roman mine landscape at the Sao Domingos Mine (an hour … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Camping Serro da Bica?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 12 p.m.

Read more
How much does it cost to stay at Camping Serro da Bica? From £14.58 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Camping and touring
Arrive:	11 a.m. –	9 p.m.
Depart by:	12 p.m.

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