Mata Nacional de Vale de Canas

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Mata Nacional de Vale de Canas

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Mata Nacional de Vale de Canas, Nature reserve in Torres do Mondego, Portugal.

The Vale de Canas forest extends across 16 hectares of land, featuring numerous walking trails and diverse plant species throughout the protected area.

The Portuguese State purchased the forest in 1867 to extract pine wood for hydraulic works at Mata Nacional do Choupal to prevent flooding issues.

The forest serves as an educational center where students participate in environmental learning sessions and discover local flora within the natural setting.

Visitors can access the reserve from Monday to Friday, with morning hours on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and afternoon hours on Monday and Wednesday.

The forest contains a Eucalyptus diversicolor specimen measuring 73 meters in height, recognized as the tallest tree in continental Europe.

Location: Torres do Mondego

GPS coordinates: 40.21043,-8.37280

Latest update: March 9, 2025 13:03

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