Belesar reservoir, Reservoir in Lugo Province, Spain.
The Belesar Reservoir stretches along the Miño River, featuring a concrete dam that measures 500 meters in length and reaches a height of 29 meters.
The construction in 1963 required the relocation of Portomarín village to higher ground, involving the careful dismantling and reconstruction of two churches.
The reservoir borders the Ribeira Sacra region, where terraced vineyards line the slopes, continuing a winemaking tradition that dates to Roman times.
Visitors can reach the reservoir via the LU-533 road toward Monforte de Lemos, following directional signs for an additional two kilometers to the dam.
During periods of drought, the water levels decrease to reveal submerged structures, including an ancient bridge and cemetery from the original Portomarín settlement.
Location: Lugo Province
Elevation above the sea: 330 m
GPS coordinates: 42.62988,-7.72748
Latest update: May 10, 2025 17:30
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