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Pedras Salgadas Spa & Nature Park
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Parque de Pedras Salgadas
5450-140, Bornes de Aguiar
Located in a rural setting, halfway between Vila Real and Chaves, in the municipality of Vila Pouca de Aguiar, the Pedras Salgadas Hot Springs and their therapeutic effects have been known since ancient times. It is said that the Romans were already aware of these effects. However, it was in 1879 that a new direction was taken. Thus, after the waters won an award at the Vienna International Exhibition six years earlier, the thermal complex was built. Illustrious figures such as Queen Maria Pia and King Ferdinand have stayed there. The waters are especially recommended for digestive, respiratory, and osteoarticular …
Barragem do Enxoé
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Barragem do Enxoé
7830, Serpa
Located in the Guadiana river basin, the Enxoé reservoir, on the river of the same name, occupies approximately 785.22 hectares and has been classified as a protected public water reservoir.
Pulo do Lobo
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Pulo do Lobo
7830, Serpa
The Guadiana area, north of Mértola, where the river narrows, and locals say you could cross from one bank to the other "in one leap." Wolves are also said to have frequently used this crossing. The "rapids," caused by the riverbanks compressing from 25 to 3 meters, are a key feature. Natural waterfalls are also common, the largest of which stands out at over 15 meters high. Access to the area is via a dirt road.
Albufeira da Aguieira
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Albufeira da Aguieira
3420, Tábua
This reservoir, located north of the municipality, divides the municipalities of Tábua and Santa Comba Dão. At the entrance to Tábua, near the granite boulders of Pedra da Sé, some water sports and fishing are practiced. It's a very pleasant and calm space, with plenty of shade provided by the vast grove of trees.
Cascata da Foz da Ribeira Grande
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ER1-2
9580-228, Vila do Porto
A large waterfall surrounded by a landscape of great natural beauty. At the bottom of the waterfall, we find a small lake where some ducks live. A breathtaking landscape.
Barragem de Póvoa e Meadas
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Santiago Maior
7320, Santiago Maior
Gravity dam located in Ribeira de Nisa (Tajo River Basin), with a river beach. It allows for sports and leisure activities, although these are subject to specific areas of use.
Vala Real
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EN3-1
2050, Azambuja
A water channel approximately 26 kilometers long, located parallel to the Tietê River. It was built in 1748 by the Marquis of Pombal to drain the fields from Santarém to Azambuja.
Foz do Rio Pinhão
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Rio Pinhão
5085, Pinhão
A tributary of the Douro River, in the village of the same name, its waters reflect the greenery of the neighboring hills.
Barragem de Vila Chã
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Barragem de Vila Chã
5070, Vila Chã
Earth-type dam located on a rocky plateau on the Chã river, in the Douro river basin.
Albufeira do Maranhão
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Benavila
7480, Avis
A reservoir created by the Maranhão Dam and fed by the Seda, Avis, and Raia streams. Its characteristics and size make it very attractive for water sports enthusiasts such as rowing, canoeing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, fishing, sailing, and water-skiing. The Maranhão Reservoir also boasts a river beach, camping, a picnic area, and a restaurant.