More about Lagos
Castelo Django
Due to the motorway connection Lagos was only developed in the late '90's by a Council which declared against high rise and concrete. For this reason the town has retained its charm. Also it is a working town which means that winter visitors enjoy a sociability on the streets and in the restaurants different from some resorts which can often feel deserted out of season. The marina and fishing port opposite the old town and the palm lined harbour promenade give a feeling of unity and quality which many older resorts lack.
Geographically Lagos is favoured with easy access to the iconic Cape St Vincent, the spa towns in the Monchique hills and the renowned surf beaches on the west coast. The Grand Prix circuit is only twenty minutes by car with its world class go-kart track open to all. One of the main attractions is the dolphin watching programme whereby visitors can go to sea and enjoy interaction with these friendly mammals. Meia Praia has a windsurfing and Hobie Cat school second to none while the many beach front restaurants provide traditional menus. There's lots to do - as well as sitting by the heated pool at Django's.
We enjoy a favourable micro climate in Lagos due to the topography which takes most of the w esterly weather patterns through the eastern valleys so missing the area. The annual weather averages indicate that July is the hottest month with an average temperature of 24°C (75°F) and the coldest is January at 11°C (52°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 14 in July. The wettest month is December with an average of 102mm of rain. The best month to swim in the sea is in August when the average sea temperature is 23°C (73°F) . Many times we are able to lunch on the terrace in winter while looking forward to a log fire in the evening.