Guadiana Marina

Category: Civil Architecture > Marina

District: Faro > Vila Real de Santo António > Vila Real de Santo António > Porto de Recreio do Guadiana

Location

The Guadiana Leisure Port is centrally located in Vila Real de Santo António, on the right bank of the Guadiana river mouth. This location is where the river, one of the largest navigable waterways in the Iberian Peninsula, meets the ocean and forms the southeastern border between Portugal and Spain. The port is situated within a sandy plain, characteristic of the region, and its surroundings extend towards vast areas of sandy beaches that mark the river mouth.

Its location allows for a direct connection with the riverside and maritime environment, defining a point of interest that reflects the geographical identity of the locality.

The Relationship with the Guadiana River

This leisure port was designed to capitalize on the importance and navigability of the Guadiana River. Its existence highlights Vila Real de Santo António's deep connection to this river, which is a defining element of the local landscape and history. The port serves as an access point to this significant waterway, underscoring its role as a natural border.

The waters that flow into this area are framed by structures such as a breakwater and a dike, elements that contribute to the port's form and function, delimiting the access channel and integrating into the river mouth's landscape.

Landscape and Visual Perspectives

From the Guadiana Leisure Port, the visual perspective of the surroundings is wide and unique. The banks of Vila Real de Santo António are clearly visible, revealing the urban layout along the riverside. This point offers an opportunity to observe the confluence of the river with the sea and the proximity of the border, providing a distinct setting.

There, one can observe the aquatic landscape, perceiving the confluence of the river with the sea and the proximity of the border, in a serene environment that allows enjoyment of the panorama.

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