Category: Nature > Woodland
District: Faro > Portimão > Alvor
The Adega da Torralta Municipal Forest is located in the locality of Alvor, which is part of the municipality of Portimão, in the district of Faro. This natural space is situated in an area of the Algarve, positioning itself as a place of quietude within Alvor's surrounding landscape.
This location constitutes a significant green area, where the density of the predominant vegetation creates an environment of freshness and tranquility. The Adega da Torralta Municipal Forest offers a setting for nature observation and relaxed walking trails, allowing visitors direct contact with the calm that tree-covered environments provide. It is a space characterized by its serenity, distinct in the region's panorama.
The name "Adega da Torralta" confers a layer of historical and cultural interest to this natural space. The name suggests a possible connection to the region's agricultural past, evoking the probability of an old link to wine production that once characterized this landscape. This toponymic trace can invite reflection on the activities and traditions that have shaped Alvor's territory over time, enriching the visitor's experience with a subtle dimension of historical memory.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.12518738523416, -8.586011871923962
Coordinates DMS: 37°07'30.7"N 08°35'9.6"W