Tidal pools of Leça de Palmeira
Tidal pools of Leça de Palmeira, Saltwater swimming complex in Leça da Palmeira, Portugal
The swimming complex contains two concrete pools that integrate with the Atlantic Ocean's rock formations along the Portuguese coast.
Architect Álvaro Siza Vieira designed and completed the tidal pools in 1966 as one of his early projects in Leça da Palmeira.
The Portuguese government designated these pools as a National Monument in 2006, recognizing their significance in modern architecture.
The swimming facilities operate from June through September, with daily hours between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM during the summer season.
The pools feature underground changing rooms that create a transition space between the street level and the ocean environment.
Location: Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira
Inception: 1966
Architects: Álvaro Siza Vieira
Architectural style: modern architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.19286,-8.70778
Latest update: March 8, 2025 20:47
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