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Barragem de Vascoveiro
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Vascoveiro
6400, Pinhel
Completed in 2000, this dam is located in the Douro River Basin, with the Pega River as its water source, primarily used for water supply. Given the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape and the potential of this dam, it frequently hosts sport fishing competitions and other water sports.
Barragem de Miranda do Douro
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Miranda do Douro
5210, Miranda do Douro
A buttress dam, located on the Douro International, where the river begins its deep descent into the Plateau. Vessel access to the water is quite difficult. The most common species are barbel and bream. Recreational activities are permitted, with restrictions.
Albufeira do Roxo
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Barragem do Roxo
7600, Monte do Salto
Integrated into the Sado Basin (Ribeira do Roxo), it has piers, anchorages, and access ramps. It allows for the practice of sports with special needs. Located in a flat landscape, it is a favorable location for birdwatching, particularly ducks, raptors, and waders.
Açude do Bufo
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Açude do Bufo
7230, Barrancos
The Bufo Reservoir is located on the Ribeira da Murtega, in the heart of the Alentejo plain, close to the Spanish border.
Albufeira do Lindoso
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Barragem do Lindoso
4980, Lindoso
Reservoir located on the Lima River, near the border between the Soajo and Amarela mountains. The most common fish species are trout, barbel, and boga. Sports and leisure activities are subject to restrictions.
Cascata de Fervença
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Cascata de Fervença
4980, Ponte da Barca
Part of a group of small waterfalls, this one culminates in the Fervença Waterfall, 15 to 20 meters high. Access is via the EM (Nogueira/Portela do Vade) highway. The waterfall is not suitable for sports.
Barragem do Alvito
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Barragem do Alvito
7940, Vila Ruiva
Earth-fill dam located on the Ribeira de Odivelas (Sado River Basin), nestled in a plain landscape. It serves as a reservoir for the Odivelas Reservoir. Barbel, largemouth bass, and carp (commonly known as snook) are the most abundant fish species in the area.
Barragem de Varosa
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Barragem de Varosa
5100, Balsemão
A dam located on the Varosa River, in the heart of the Douro Basin. The most common fish species are barbel, boga, scallo, and trout. The site often serves as the finishing point for canoeing events on the Varosa and Balsemão rivers.
Termas da Ladeira de Envendos
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Ladeira de Envendos
6120-019, Envedos
Nestled within the mountainous beauty that surrounds them, for over a hundred years these hot springs have offered a range of thermal practices to restore the quality of life of those who seek them.
Barragem de Pracana
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Barragem
6120, Mação
A buttress dam located on the Ocreza River, near its confluence with the Tagus. Completed in 1951, it only became fully operational in the late 1980s, after several structural repairs. Its primary function is hydroelectric power, and sports activities are permitted, with some restrictions.