Ínsua on the Tâmega River and Ilha dos Frades

Category: Civil Architecture > Ensemble

District: Porto > Amarante > Costa Grande > Urbanização da Boavista

Location

The Ínsua is located upstream from the São Gonçalo bridge, near the historic center of Amarante, on the Tâmega River.

Vegetation and Natural Environment

With dense and varied vegetation, the Ínsua is a true green refuge in the middle of the river. Here you can find alders, eucalyptus, ash trees, willows, oaks and plane trees, among other species. The surrounding nature offers a tranquil and fresh environment, ideal for those who enjoy natural landscapes.

Dimensions

The Ínsua is about 400 meters long and between 40 and 80 meters wide, with an elongated shape that follows the river's orientation.

Ilha dos Frades (Island of the Friars)

This small island, located next to the Ínsua, is about 100 meters long and is connected to the left bank by a walkway. It offers a pleasant place for walking and relaxing by the river.

Recreational Activities

On the Ilha dos Frades, there is a small pier intended for recreational activities, such as boat trips and river exploration. It is an ideal place to enjoy the Tâmega River in a calm and relaxing way.

Access and Tranquility

Both the Ínsua and the Ilha dos Frades are easily accessible and offer a perfect natural space for those seeking a refuge from the city and want to be in contact with nature.

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