Lagoons

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Coimbra > Cantanhede > Febres

Location

The lagoons that dot the landscape of the locality of Febres, in the municipality of Cantanhede, are located in an area uniquely named "Lagoas" (Lagoons), which immediately highlights the importance and prevalence of these bodies of water in the region. The surroundings are marked by a gentle transition between the natural sub-regions of Gândara and Bairrada, where agricultural fields and extensive vineyards dominate the horizon, creating a rural and tranquil setting. The predominantly flat topography of the municipality allows these waters to accumulate, creating a complex of wetlands of high natural value.

A Valuable Natural Environment

The small lagoons and ponds of Febres represent a natural heritage of great importance. These freshwater bodies, many of which remain preserved, serve as refuges for various plant species that have become rare in other parts of the country. Their balanced aquatic ecosystem constitutes a vital habitat for local biodiversity, contributing to the environmental richness of the municipality of Cantanhede.

Distinct Aquatic Flora

Among the flora inhabiting the waters of Febres, some species of particular interest stand out. It is here that significant populations of Utricularia australis, an aquatic carnivorous plant distinguished by its yellow flowers, can be found. Another notable element is Schoenoplectus lacustris, locally known as bulrush. This cyperaceae with thick, cylindrical stems, which can reach almost three meters in height, forms dense clumps along the margins of the lagoons, giving them a characteristic and wild appearance. Its inflorescences appear like tufts of hair at the top of the stems, and its presence marks the physiognomy of these aquatic landscapes.

Serenity and Observation

The environment of the Febres lagoons invites calmness and nature observation. Their banks, sometimes providing natural shade, offer a suitable place for moments of tranquility. The beauty of these water mirrors, surrounded by the typical vegetation of these wetlands, provides an inviting setting for those seeking serene contact with the natural environment and wishing to appreciate the uniqueness of the local landscape.

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