Monte Gordo walkways

Category: Civil Architecture > Boardwalk

District: Faro > Vila Real de Santo António > Monte Gordo > Passeio Marítimo Doutor Almeida Santos

Location

The Monte Gordo Walkways are located in the town of Monte Gordo, an integral part of the municipality of Vila Real de Santo António. They are situated along the Doctor Almeida Santos Promenade, a coastal area that stretches parallel to the vast beach. This privileged position gives them a direct connection to the sandy beach and the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, positioning them between the town's urban fabric and its natural coastline.

An Elevated Walkway

The structure of the Monte Gordo Walkways is composed of an elevated wooden path, designed to provide a pleasant and accessible walk. This path gently rises above the coastal terrain, offering an uninterrupted route that follows the seashore. Its design allows those who traverse it to enjoy the sea breeze and the landscape, always remaining close to the sand, but without direct contact with it.

Preservation and Natural Observation

The design of the walkways plays a fundamental role in protecting the coastal ecosystem. By creating a defined path for pedestrians, they help safeguard the fragile dunes and native vegetation from degradation caused by trampling. Thus, while preserving nature, an opportunity is also offered to closely observe the coastal flora and the beach's dynamism, without interfering with its balance.

Scenery and Coastal Environment

Walking along the Monte Gordo Walkways is an experience that merges with the coastal environment. The sound of the waves and the expanse of the marine horizon are constant companions along the route. The location of the walkways provides an unobstructed view of the immensity of the beach and the blue ocean, inviting a moment of contemplation or to capture the beauty of the scenery in a photograph. The place offers a tranquil environment, ideal for a peaceful walk at any time of day.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt