Mountain Valley Urban Park

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > Areeiro

Location

The Vale da Montanha Urban Park is located in the Areeiro area, in Lisbon. Bordered by avenues such as Gago Coutinho Avenue and Marechal António de Spínola Avenue, this considerably-sized green space contrasts with the surrounding urban environment, offering a refuge of tranquility. Its position allows it to extend through various areas of the city, connecting different points via a vast natural corridor.

A Welcoming Natural Environment

This park stands out for its philosophy of preserving and promoting an environment as natural as possible, encouraging the self-regulation of the local ecosystem. There is a notable effort to prioritize native vegetation and biodiverse dryland meadows, ensuring that species adapt well to the climate and soil. This approach not only attracts a diversity of wildlife, such as butterflies and various birds, but also contributes to sustainability and water resource savings. Already established olive and fruit trees are maintained, contributing to the natural richness of the site.

Paths and Active Leisure

The Vale da Montanha Urban Park invites physical activity and relaxed leisure, with a network of paths designed for pedestrians and cyclists. These paths extend through areas that were previously difficult to access, creating new opportunities to explore the space. The park offers various recreational areas, including a large lawn suitable for various informal sports activities. There are also areas equipped for outdoor physical exercise and playful equipment for children, providing moments of fun for everyone. An area dedicated to urban agriculture and a community orchard complete the offering, inviting interaction with nature in a more practical way.

Origin and Growth

The creation of the Vale da Montanha Urban Park resulted from the recovery of old garden areas and a disorganized territory. Initiated in 2015, its conception is part of an ambitious green link project for Lisbon. The park has been expanding, with the aim of doubling its original size, thus enriching the offer of outdoor spaces. This growth reinforces its role as one of the city's largest green lungs, promoting ecological connectivity and access to nature in a purely urban environment.

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