Cape St. Vincent
Cape St. Vincent (Portuguese: Cabo de São Vicente, Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈkaβu ðɨ sɐ̃w viˈsẽtɨ]) is a headland in the municipality of Vila do Bispo, in the Algarve, southern Portugal. It is the southwesternmost point of Portugal and of mainland Europe.
| Cape St. Vincent | |
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North shore of Cape St. Vincent as seen from the lighthouse | |
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Cabo de São Vicente, Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park |
| Coordinates | 37°1′30″N 8°59′40″W |
| Naming | |
| Etymology | Vincent of Saragossa |
| Native name | Cabo de São Vicente (Portuguese) |
| Geography | |
Cape St. Vincent Location of the Cabo de São Vicente in continental Portugal | |
| Country | Portugal |
| Region | Algarve |
| Subregion | Algarve |
| District | Faro |
| Municipality | Sagres |
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