Train station

After an initial attempt in 1870, efforts were resumed at the end of the 19th century to provide the Algarve with a railway network by continuing the Southern Railway, to improve transport within the region and to
other parts of the country, especially to Lisbon.

In 1902, the final plan was approved for the construction of the second line of the rail link between Faro and Vila Real de Santo António, including a station in the town of Olhão with a railway line between the station and the local quay for the transport of fish.

The station opened on May 15, 1904 in the presence of a large crowd. At that time, the area where the station was located was on the outskirts of Olhão, but far away from the commercial and industrial centers.

The next stretch to Fuzeta opened on September 1 of that year. The main goods shipped across the country were frozen or salted fish in wooden boxes. Especially to Lisbon and the regions in the north.

The fish was brought from the warehouses in the village to the station in mule carts and then transported in special freight trains. In terms of passenger traffic

This is one of the most important stations in the Algarve for tourists. Between this station and Faro, Fuzeta-Moncarapacho, Tavira and Monte Gordo there are also many regular passengers. This section of the Algarve line is currently being electrified.

The former home of the station master has been completely restored and now offers a journey into the world of Algarve flavors with Restaurant Petiscais. https://www.facebook.com/Petiscais