Category: Nature > River Beach
District: Castelo Branco > Covilhã > Ourondo > Mouchão
Situated in the tranquility of the locality of Ourondo, in the municipality of Covilhã, Ourondo River Beach is located in the Mouchão area. This bathing area is nestled in a mountain landscape, offering views of the peaks of Serra da Estrela and Serra da Gardunha, and is surrounded by the proximity of the Cebola and Maúnça mountains.
The natural environment surrounding Ourondo River Beach is one of its greatest attractions. The clear waters of the Ribeira da Caia form an inviting mirror of water. The surrounding area is rich in vegetation, with winding streams and verdant nooks where ferns and ivies thrive. The exuberant nature provides a pleasant setting for leisure and tranquility.
For the comfort of its visitors, the river beach has been equipped with various amenities. It offers a picnic park, ideal for outdoor meals, as well as changing rooms with showers and sanitary facilities. The bathing area has an extensive sandy stretch for moments of relaxation. Along the Ribeira da Caia, there are wooden stairs and platforms that allow for closer exploration of the waterway. The presence of stone walls and fountains such as Fonte do Moinho (Mill Fountain), Fonte da Velha (Old Woman's Fountain), and Fonte de Alagoa (Lagoon Fountain) add a distinctive touch to the place.
Ourondo River Beach opened its doors to bathers and nature lovers on June 23, 2001. Since its inauguration, the site has been a popular meeting point, thanks to its careful redevelopment and the natural environment it offers.
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Coordinates DD: 40.1516387,-7.6868402
Coordinates DMS: 40°09'5.9"N 07°41'12.6"W
Weather Ourondo
On-duty Pharmacy Ourondo
