Consolidated Eighth Dune

Category: Nature > Protected Area

District: Lisboa > Cascais > Cascais > São Jorge de Oitavos

Location

The Consolidated Dune of Oitavos is located in the São Jorge de Oitavos area, within the municipality of Cascais. It is situated west of the urban center of Cascais, in an area that maintains distinct natural and landscape characteristics, close to the coastline.

An Ancient Geological Phenomenon

This dune is not a sand accumulation that moves with the wind, but rather an ancient geological formation that has consolidated over vast periods of time. Its structure is composed of sands that, in past eras, were deposited and subsequently cemented by natural processes, resulting in a stable elevation in the coastal landscape.

Vestige of Natural History

Through scientific studies, including the radiocarbon dating method, it has been possible to determine that the Consolidated Dune of Oitavos has a significant age, being a lasting testimony of remote geological eras. Its existence offers a perspective on the evolution of the coastline and the profound natural transformations that have shaped this region over thousands of years.

Integration into the Oitavos Landscape

As a distinctive element in the landscape of São Jorge de Oitavos, the consolidated dune contributes to the unique character of this area. Its presence highlights the richness and diversity of Cascais' natural heritage, inviting observation of the land's morphology, shaped by the forces of nature over millennia.

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