Alcaria Ruiva (370 m)

Category: Nature > Viewpoint

District: Beja > Mértola > Alcaria Ruiva

Location

Located in the locality of Alcaria Ruiva, in the municipality of Mértola, in the district of Beja, this elevation reaches an altitude of 370 meters. Its summit position in the Serra de Alcaria Ruiva grants it a privileged perspective over the vast surrounding landscape, characterized by extensive horizons that stretch across the entire Baixo Alentejo region, offering truly panoramic views.

Natural Setting

The Serra de Alcaria Ruiva is distinguished by an untouched natural landscape, dominated by dense vegetation characteristic of the Mediterranean environment. This unique ecosystem confers upon the site an authentic and wild atmosphere, where local flora thrives, shaping a scene of great beauty and serenity. It is an invitation to contemplate nature in its purest and most tranquil state.

Avifauna Sanctuary

Given its altitude and its place in the landscape, Alcaria Ruiva is recognized as a prime location for the observation of birds of prey and other species that inhabit rocky areas. The privileged view from this point allows for spotting large birds in flight, such as the imposing cinereous vulture, the majestic Iberian imperial eagle, or the griffon vulture, which frequently soar through the region's skies. It represents a unique point where nature reveals itself grandly, providing unique moments of contact with avifauna in its natural habitat.

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