Alandra Terminal (CIMPOR) - Terminal No. 17 of the Port of Lisbon

Category: Civil Architecture > Quay

District: Lisboa > Vila Franca de Xira > Alhandra > Avenida Baptista Pereira

Location

Situated in the locality of Alhandra, within the municipality of Vila Franca de Xira, this terminal is strategically positioned on the northern bank of the Tagus River, on Avenida Baptista Pereira. Its location offers a unique perspective on the vastness of the estuary and the dynamic fluvial and maritime activities that characterize this riverside area, providing a view of the aquatic landscape and the surrounding banks.

Industrial and Maritime Legacy

The Alandra Terminal, associated with the company CIMPOR, is a fundamental piece of the Port of Lisbon's infrastructure, identified as Terminal No. 17. This site represents an important facet of the region's economic activity, linked to the transport and handling of raw materials by sea. Its presence is a testament to the industrial and commercial vocation that has historically shaped the banks of the Tagus, playing a discreet but essential role in the flow of goods that serve the country.

Functional Structure and Scenic Framing

As a quay structure, its design is oriented towards robustness and logistical efficiency, extending over the waters of the Tagus. Although it is an active workplace, its presence contributes to a characteristic riverside landscape, where functional architecture integrates with the natural environment of the river. From strategic points in the surroundings, it is possible to observe the grandeur of the estuary, as well as the interaction between man and the river, marked by the passage of vessels and the infrastructure that enables maritime trade.

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