Category: Nature > Viewpoint
District: Beja > Odemira > Azenha do Mar > Sítio do Mirador
The Azenha do Mar Viewpoint is situated on an elevated point in the locality of Azenha do Mar, Odemira municipality. This observation spot is located in the area known as Sítio do Mirador (Viewpoint Site), offering a privileged position over the surrounding coastal area.
Azenha do Mar is nestled within the landscape of the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park. This natural setting bestows upon the viewpoint a unique beauty, with its steep cliffs and the vast Atlantic Ocean as the main backdrop.
From the Azenha do Mar Viewpoint, the gaze encompasses a vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean, providing a wide and unobstructed perspective of the coastline. Its elevation allows for observing the immensity of the water and how the landscape is shaped by the movement of the tides.
The view of the sea and cliffs creates a scenic environment inviting contemplation. The power of nature, visible in the waves breaking on the coast and the grandeur of the rock formations, is fully revealed from this elevated point.
Beyond the stunning marine landscape, the Azenha do Mar Viewpoint offers the opportunity to observe local wildlife. The coastal cliffs serve as a habitat and nesting site for various species of seabirds and coastal birds.
Particularly notable is the presence of storks, which frequently build their nests on the rocky escarpments. Observing these birds in their natural environment adds a dynamic and enriching element to the visit, allowing for direct contact with the characteristic biodiversity of this stretch of the Alentejo coast.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.46359635625574, -8.796594276098508
Coordinates DMS: 37°27'48.9"N 08°47'47.7"W