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Alvares Bathing Area

Alvares
Alvares Bathing Area
river beaches
The Alvares Bathing Area is located in Alvares, in the municipality of Góis, on the banks of the Ribeira do Sinhel river. 
The Alvares Leisure Area, located in the parish of Alvares, in the municipality of Góis, lies along the banks of the Sinhel stream. It is a peaceful and relaxing spot, ideal for close contact with nature.

It offers a large grassy area and excellent support facilities. This beach is part of the ColorADD project, a partnership between Águas do Centro Litoral, several municipalities, and the Blue Flag Association for Environment and Education. The project applies a color identification symbol system to beach flags, helping people with color blindness.

Awards:

  • Blue Flag

Services:

  • Bar with terrace
  • Playground
  • Access for people with reduced mobility
  • Parking area (with two spaces reserved for people with reduced mobility)

 Swimming season duration: July 1 to August 31

  • how to arrive

    Coordinates

    GD: 40.027512 -8.095737
    DMS: 40°1′39.04″N 8°5′44.65″W
    UTM: 29T 577157 4431202

Contacts

  • Posto de Turismo de Góis
    Praça da República
    3330-310 Góis
    (+351) 235 770 113

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