Aiguabarreig, Natural reserve and river confluence in Mequinenza, Spain
Aiguabarreig forms where the Segre, Cinca, and Ebro rivers converge, creating extensive wetlands with river islands and riparian woodlands across the floodplain. This natural space combines three river systems into a single ecological zone with interconnected habitats.
The name Aiguabarreig comes from the Catalan language, where it traditionally described locations where multiple water streams converge into a single watercourse. This linguistic origin reflects the geographic uniqueness of this confluence area.
The area preserves traces of 150 years of mining activity, with the Museum of the Mine displaying authentic coal extraction equipment and machinery. Visitors can observe these work tools and understand how this region was shaped by industrial labor.
Information centers in Seros and Massalcoreig help visitors understand the area and its features. Marked trails guide people through riparian woodlands and along both riverbanks, allowing independent exploration of the wetlands.
The area hosts over 200 bird species including squacco herons, Bonelli's eagles, and peregrine falcons, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. At certain points, the confluence reaches a width of 600 meters, creating an impressive spatial scale.
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