Tavira Salt Pans

Tavira Salt Pans

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Tavira Salt Pans

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Location: Tavira (Santiago), Algarve, Portugal

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October 16, 2026

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A lot of salt is extracted here and you can see huge piles at the processing halls (see photo).

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April 20, 2023

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Behind the market hall, saltworks for classic sea salt production extend in the area to the bathing island

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Elevation 70 m

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Thursday 12 November

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Location: Tavira (Santiago), Algarve, Portugal

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