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Morraceira Island

Morraceira Island

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Morraceira Island

Name: Morraceira Island
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Location: São Pedro, Coimbra, Portugal

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1. Morraceira Island – Mondego Cycle Path loop from Fontela

39.7km

02:37

110m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Praia da Murtinheira – Praia da Tamargueira loop from Fontela

137km

08:33

1,370m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Praia da Murtinheira – Figueira da Foz loop from Figueira da Foz

63.5km

03:54

470m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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🕊️ 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒓

November 23, 2023

Salt ponds and drainage channels dominate the large island at the mouth of Rio Pranto and Rio Mondego

Coelho🐾🐇🇵🇹

October 7, 2024

This tour shows the art associated with salt, or as the ancients used to say, “white gold”. On Morraceira Island, we will see and learn about the salt production process, what needs to be done, and the elements needed for it. We will uncover some secrets and more. And since there is no salt without water, the importance of water is vital for the salt pans. From the river, nurseries, and marshes to the salt pans, the journey is long but important. From cleaning to repairs, ending with the production of salt, the entire process is explained and shown. On the ground, we will find several types of flora and fauna specific to the island, and we will explain why. Stir, rer, achegar, moirar, marnoto, are some of the expressions of the island that we will learn about. On Morraceira Island, in addition to salt, we will find several species of birds, such as flamingos, black-winged stilts, herons, eagles, among many others. The different colors of the flamingos will be explained and seen on the island. This is an excellent place for birdwatching enthusiasts. Salicornia is also present on the island, and today it is a product widely used by great international chefs. On this island, located between land, sea and rivers, we will enjoy the entire cultural, natural and human legacy of salt. And there is nothing like learning from those who know how.

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Elevation 70 m

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Location: São Pedro, Coimbra, Portugal

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1. Morraceira Island – Mondego Cycle Path loop from Fontela

2. Praia da Murtinheira – Praia da Tamargueira loop from Fontela

3. Praia da Murtinheira – Figueira da Foz loop from Figueira da Foz

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