Passeio Alegre, Historic garden and esplanade in Foz do Douro, Portugal
Rows of palm trees line the pathways of this garden complex, featuring traditional fountains, sculptures, and a central iron bandstand near the ocean.
The garden was established in the 19th century as part of Porto's urban development plan, becoming a registered cultural heritage site in the 1990s.
Local musicians perform regular summer concerts at the bandstand, maintaining a tradition that spans generations of Porto residents and visitors.
The garden includes benches, shaded areas, mini-golf facilities, and connects directly to the Atlantic promenade with nearby cafes and restaurants.
Iron gas lampposts from 1930 illuminate the garden paths, preserving the original lighting system that guided evening walks along the Douro River.
Location: Aldoar, Foz do Douro e Nevogilde
Address: Esplanada do Castelo, Rua de Dom Luís Filipe, Rua do Passeio Alegre, Avenida Dom Carlos I,
Website: https://ambiente.cm-porto.pt/parques-e-jardins/jardim-do-passeio-alegre
GPS coordinates: 41.14823,-8.67174
Latest update: May 11, 2025 08:51
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