Mar da Palha

The Mar da Palha forms a wide basin in the Tagus estuary, stretching 23 kilometers across before meeting the Atlantic Ocean.

The cove served as a strategic maritime point for the development of Lisbon, facilitating trade routes and naval operations throughout Portuguese history.

Local fishermen navigate through established channels while migratory birds, including flamingos, frequent the brackish waters and surrounding wetlands.

Navigation through the cove requires attention to maintained channels and consideration of wind patterns that can create substantial waves during tide changes.

Plant residue carried by the Tagus River from upstream regions accumulates in the water, leading to its name which translates to Sea of Straw.

Location: Alcochete

Part of: Atlantic Ocean

Address: mar da Palha, Alcochete, Portugal

GPS coordinates: 38.77700,-9.00000

Latest update: June 28, 2025 10:39