The “Banho do 29” (Bath of the 29th) is a longstanding tradition in Praia da Luz, with origins that are uncertain, but believed to be linked to ancient rites marking […]
Banho 29 and Our Lady of Light Celebration 2021
Like normal lots of people are contacting me to see what is the situation on the Banho 29 traditional swim and the party da Nossa Senhora da Luz, both here […]
Banho 29 in Praia da Luz 2018
Here is the official poster for the Midnight Swim Party (Banho 29) in Praia da Luz, as every year there will be a live show, but also stalls with food […]
Praia da Luz Banho de 29 Midnight Swim
The biggest party in Praia da Luz is just right around the corner, on the 29th of August you have to join us on the beach front for the traditional […]
Banho do 29 Praia da Luz!
August 29th is an important date for this part of the Algarve! At night everyone joins for bathing at midnight, a mixture of tradition and ritual where everyone goes for […]