Short answer: a concrete 8×4 m pool in the Algarve typically costs between €25,000 and €45,000, depending on the site, finishes and equipment. Larger pools, premium finishes or difficult ground can push past €60,000.
What moves the price
- Site access — big machinery versus hand digging makes a huge difference.
- Ground type — rock raises excavation costs.
- Finish — reinforced liner, tile or microcement are very differently priced.
- Equipment — variable-speed pump, salt chlorination and a heat pump raise the initial cost but cut monthly bills.
- Licensing — the câmara municipal requires a licence; allow weeks to months depending on the council.
Realistic timeline
From first contact to a filled pool: 3 to 6 months including licensing. Construction itself normally takes 6 to 10 weeks.
Is it worth it?
In the Algarve a well-built pool adds real property value and is near-essential for holiday rentals. The key is correctly sized equipment — that is where you save (or lose) money every month.
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