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Albufeira do Alto Rabagão
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Albufeira do Alto Rabagão
5470, Montalegre
A mixed dam, part gravity and part arch, fed by the Rabagão River, belonging to the Cávado River Basin. Completed in 1964, it stands 94 meters high and 1,897 meters long at the crest, with a maximum discharge capacity of 500 m3/s. It is the second-largest dam in Portugal, after the Alqueva Dam, and is highly sought after by fishermen. Other sports and leisure activities, such as surfing and motorboating, are also permitted.
Parque do Rio Cávado
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Montalegre
5470, Montalegre
The restoration of the banks of the Cávado River has been carried out in sections, resulting in modern and very pleasant leisure areas. On an upper platform, there is the central square, a children's playground, a space for extreme sports (such as climbing, skateboarding, and rollerblading), a multisport facility, a multipurpose square, a stage for performances, and a bar. The Riverside Strip features a water mirror, prepared with a removable weir along the mill race wall and a granite embankment.
Cascata de Pitões das Júnias
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Pitões das Júnias
5470, Pitões das Júnias
The Pitões das Júnias waterfall, located in the heart of Peneda-Gêres National Park, is fed by the crystal-clear waters that flow past the Santa Maria das Júnias Monastery. It has a first drop of about 30 meters, followed by several more. This entire landscape is surrounded by a beautiful, centuries-old oak forest.
Barragem de Monte Clérigo
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Barragem de Monte Clérigo
7700, Almodôvar
Dam located on the Ribeira de Barranco do Adão, in the transition from Alentejo to Algarve.
Barragem da Boavista
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Barragem da Boavista
7700, Almodôvar
Dam in the Guadiana River Basin, on the Ribeira do Monte dos Monchões.
Parque Infante Dom Pedro - Parque da Cidade
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Avenida Artur Ravara
3810-096, Aveiro
Infante Dom Pedro Park, or City Park, was established in 1862 on land previously owned by the Convent of Santo Antônio. The river that ran through it was used to create a landscape of lakes and fountains dotting the surrounding greenery. Highlights of this garden include Avenida das Tílias, the iron bandstand, and romantic corners nestled among bridges and trees.
Jardim Público de Macedo de Cavaleiros
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Praça das Eiras
5340, Macedo de Cavaleiros
A garden with wide green spaces, a lake and an amphitheatre.
Parque Natureza do Azibo
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Santa Combinha
5340, Macedo de Cavaleiros
Park along the banks of the Azibo Reservoir, with extensive green areas and several walking trails.
Barragem do Azibo
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Barragem do Azibo
5340, Vale da Porca
Earthen dam on the Azibo River, Douro Basin, framed by a mountainous landscape. Recreational activities are permitted, with restrictions.
Barragem da Carvalheira
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Barragem da Carvalheira
5340, Amendoeira
Dam located on the Ribeira de Amendoeira (Douro River Basin), framed by patches of trees. Fishing is restricted.