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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.
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.
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.
Clube Náutico da Praia de Mira
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Via Ciclistíca e Pedestre
3070, Praia de Mira
Nautical club, with sailing school, located on Mira beach.
Vala Real
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Vala Real
3070, Mira
The Vala Real translates into the spread to the south of the Aveiro estuary.
Lagoa da Barrinha
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Lagoa da Barrinha
3070, Praia de Mira
An area with trees and dunes, rich in silt, similar to the Aveiro estuary, to which it connects. It also connects to Mira Lagoon via Vala da Cana on the north side. Notable fish species include mullet, eel, and flounder.
Lagoa de Mira
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Lagoa de Mira
3070, Mira
Also known as Lagoa de Baixo, it has an elongated shape and connects with Lagoa da Barrinha via the so-called Vala da Cana. It is located in a wooded area with pine forests, stretching from the Quiaios dunes. There is a nearby beach and a forest with a picnic area.