Category: Civil Architecture > Spring / Fountain
District: Leiria > Ansião > Pousaflores > Pobral
Hidden alongside a rural road in Pousaflores, the Fonte do Pobral is situated on a small elevation that transitions between cultivated areas and patches of pine forest. The surroundings are dominated by low vegetation and pine trees, with the reddish-toned soil contrasting with the white structure.
The location offers a tranquil spot, where the murmur of water blends with the rural ambiance, inviting a brief stop during walks around the Pobral area.
This fountain was covered in cement in the 1970s, as part of a local effort to ensure access to spring water. Simple in design, it retains the traditional format of a low wall with a central raised section where the tap rests.
The spring, at a low altitude, feeds the fountain without the need for machinery, preserving a direct connection between the underground water table and the tap.
The central cylindrical construction exhibits a contrast between the immaculate white of the cement and the ferruginous terrain surrounding it. The reddish tiled floor, still damp when in operation, reinforces the sense of rural authenticity.
The simple lines and neutral color stand out in a setting where green pines and brown undergrowth predominate, offering an interesting photographic frame.
The water emerges pure, free of metallic taste, despite the presence of iron in the nearby soil. Upon tasting, one notices the characteristic freshness of a natural spring, with no traces of silt or impurities.
For those seeking a moment of calm, the gentle sound of falling water and the smell of warm earth provide an appealing sensory experience.
Coordinates DD: 39.86871759740537,-8.389317948797308
Coordinates DMS: 39°52'7.4"N 08°23'21.5"W
Weather Pousaflores
On-duty Pharmacy Pousaflores
