River Beach of the Albergaria dos Fusos Dam

The river beach is located at the Albergaria dos Fusos Dam, about 5 minutes from the village of Albergaria dos Fusos, in the parish of Vila Ruiva, in the municipality of Cuba in the district of Beja in the heart of Alentejo. It is located between Viana do Alentejo and Vidigueira. The GPS coordinates are: 38.288525, -7.917904 or 8°17’18.7″N 7°55’04.5″W.

It is located in an area with excellent potential for the development of tourism, due to the existence of good environmental conditions, natural resources, natural and built heritage, and good conditions for practicing outdoor activities, such as water sports and sport fishing, among others.The shape of the reservoir, the beauty of the water surface and the existence of some points of interest, not only from a heritage point of view but also from a natural point of view, encourage its discovery, on foot or by boat, and have attracted many visitors over the years.

The Albergaria dos Fusos Dam is an important strategic reserve of drinking water that supplies the municipalities of Cuba, Vidigueira, Alvito, Viana do Alentejo and Portel.