Praia Fluvial de Fernandaires, River beach in Vila de Rei, Portugal.
Praia Fluvial de Fernandaires is a river beach on a large reservoir with shallow areas for swimming surrounded by forests of maritime pines and shrubs. The water here fills a basin created by a dam upstream.
This beach was created after a dam was built that flooded the river valley to form a reservoir. Over time it became an important swimming destination for people in central Portugal.
Local families come here during warm months to spend time together by the water, and this habit of gathering at riverside spots is woven into how people in the region enjoy their summers.
The beach has parking areas and basic facilities including changing rooms and showers for visitors. You can bring supplies for a picnic or rent equipment on-site for water activities.
This beach was home to one of the world's first wakeboard parks, making it a special place for fans of that water sport. There is also a floating swimming pool and an inflatable water park with various rides and games.
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