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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.
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.
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.