Fórnea Pool

Category: Nature > Swimming Zone

District: Coimbra > Arganil > Piódão

Location

Situated in the unique locality of Piódão, in the municipality of Arganil, district of Coimbra, the Fórnea Pool is immersed in a mountainous environment of rare beauty. This aquatic corner integrates harmoniously into the characteristic landscape of the Historic Village, where the schist houses nestle on the steep slopes that shape the horizon.

Its privileged position offers a unique perspective on the natural surroundings, marked by the terraces and the singular architectural uniqueness of the village, revealing itself as a point of serenity in the heart of the mountains.

Natural Water Characteristics

The waters that fill the Fórnea Pool are remarkably fresh and of singular clarity, fed directly by the watercourses that spring from the surrounding mountain. This purity lends the place a pleasant atmosphere, inviting immersion and repose.

The constant babbling of the water is the predominant sound, underscoring the tranquility experienced in this space. Its natural composition provides a genuine experience of contact with the clearest and most untouched elements of the mountains.

A Scenery of Mountain Peace

Enveloped by the imposing landscape of the Serra do Açor, the Fórnea Pool offers a scenario of deep serenity and a quietness that invites contemplation. Here, nature paints a picture of green and earthy tones, with the slopes shaping the horizon and the peculiar architecture of Piódão completing the view.

It is a space where calm allows visitors to be in total harmony with the natural environment and the timeless essence of this unique village, providing a haven of peace in communion with the surrounding landscape.

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