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Barragem de Varosa
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Barragem de Varosa
5100, Balsemão
A dam on the Varosa river, on the Douro river basin. The most common fish species are the barbel, the nase, the chub and the trout. This place is usually the arrival place of canoeing races on the Varosa and Balsemão rivers.
Barragem do Carrapatelo
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Barragem do Carrapatelo
4625, Mourilho
A dam on the Douro river, surrounded by hillsides with trees and large rocks. The most common fish species are the chub, the barbel and the nasel. Fishing and surfing are allowed with certain restrictions. Free use of boats.
Rio Águeda
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Fermentelos
3750, Águeda
River with a length of about 130 miles, serving for twenty miles as border between Portugal and Spain. Born in Spain, in the Serra das Mesas, and empties into the Douro River, near Barca d ´ Alva.
Foz do Rio Arda
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Foz do Rio Arda
4550, Foz do Rio Arda
The mouth of the Arda river. It is a very peaceful place with fabulous river views. The Arda river is born in Arouca and ends in the Douro river, in Oliveira do Arda. Formed by the connection between the Gondim and the Marialva rivers.
Barragem de Santa Maria de Aguiar
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Nave Redonda
6440, Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo
A dam, located on the Aguiar brook, a tributary of the Douro river. Near the dam there is an abbey of Santa Maria de Aguiar. The most common fish species are the carp and the trout and fishing is permitted. One may also windsurf, swim and sail.
Serra de Mogadouro
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Mogadouro
5200, Mogadouro
Belonging to the Ancient Massif of Trás-os-Montes, this mountain is located in the extreme northwest of the national territory, between the Douro River and the Sabor River, rising to around 993 meters. The forest landscape has a predominance of pine and chestnut trees, interspersed with some cultivated spaces. The excellent viewpoints stand out: Pico de São Cristóvão and Alto da Castanheira.
Barragem de Bagaúste
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Barragem de Bagaúste
5050, Bagaúste
A dam on the Douro river with imposing landscapes of vineyards with an amphitheatre shape. The most common fish species are the barbel, the nase, the carp and the chub. There is a river beach, a pier and access ramps. Swimming and the use of motor boats are permitted. Fishing and surfing are also allowed with certain restrictions.
Serra da Gardunha
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Serra da Gardunha
6230-045, Fundão
This mountain belongs to the Old Massif of Entre Douro e Tejo and its highest point is at 1227 meters. It also has a dense afforestation due to the extensive planting work, namely chestnut trees, carried out at the end of the 13th century, during the reign of Dom Dinis. It presents a great diversity of flowers, having some unique species in Portugal. A popular pilgrimage is held annually at the top of the mountain in the chapel of São Macário.
Foz do Rio Paiva
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Rio Paiva
4550, Castelo
The Paiva river is born in the Nave Mountain, in Moiimenta da Beira, and ends in the Douro river, in Castelo de Paiva. It was considered, just a few years ago, the less polluted river in Europe and the trouts still go there to lay their eggs. It is good for practising "hydrospeed" and other water sports.
Serra das Meadas
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Serra das Meadas
5100, Lamego
The hill overlooks the town of Lamego. The Biological Park, with an area of 50 ha, is located on the Meadas Hill. It has a wild environment with many local plant and animal species. At the distance of 1 km, one finds the Meadas Hill Wind Farm that should be visited. Another obligatory visiting spt is the Meadas Hill belvedere, with imposing views of the granitical Marão Mountain and,way down below, by the Douro river, the town of Peso da Régua.