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Fóia (mountain)

Coordinates: 37°18′53″N 8°35′46″W / 37.314795°N 8.596244°W / 37.314795; -8.596244
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The summit

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°18′53″N 8°35′46″W / 37.314795°N 8.596244°W / 37.314795; -8.596244 within Monchique parish.

There is a paved road right to the summit which is topped by several telecommunication facilities including the Radar Station Number 1 of the Portuguese Air Force. On a clear day the Atlantic Ocean is visible.

Panorama view from the mountain Fóia

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