Praia de Santa Marta do Parque Marechal Carmona, Sand beach at Parque Marechal Carmona, Cascais, Portugal
Description
Praia de Santa Marta do Parque Marechal Carmona is a small sandy cove positioned behind the marina in Cascais, shaped by a deep inlet carved by the Mochos River as it meets the Atlantic. The beach sits adjacent to the Palácio do Conde de Castro Guimarães, which is built directly into the coastal bedrock.
History
The beach evolved from a traditional fishing location into a recreational destination near the Palácio do Conde de Castro Guimarães, which was built into the coastal bedrock. This transformation reflected the growth of Cascais as a modern coastal town and the expansion of its maritime infrastructure.
Culture
The beach merges maritime heritage with modern leisure, defined by a stone arch that carries Avenida Rei Humberto II de Itália across the cove. This boundary creates a natural transition between historical character and contemporary beach use that visitors experience when walking through the space.
Practical
The beach remains accessible throughout the year, though it lacks facilities and does not provide wheelchair access for visitors. Visitors should be aware that sand and rocky surfaces can become slippery, especially when wet or after rain.
Did you know?
Limestone formations called Lapiás Coastal near the Santa Marta Lighthouse display natural erosion patterns created by wind, rain, and waves over time. These distinctive geological features are visible along the coastal edge and attract attention from geology enthusiasts who visit the area.
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