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Visit and Accessibility Access: Access to the site is free and open 24 hours a day. Trails and Hiking: The fort is part of the PR7 - Paçô Fort Trail, a pedestrian route that coincides with part of the Camino de Santiago da Costa and allows you to explore the area of the Viana do Castelo Coastal Geopark, passing through landscapes of dunes and cliffs. Beach: Paçô Beach, adjacent to the fort, is a beach with a wide sandy area and rock formations that form natural pools at low tide. Accessibility: There is wheelchair accessible parking nearby.

Main Characteristics Military Architecture: The fort was built for the purpose of defending the Atlantic coast against maritime attacks. It has a characteristic star-shaped plan and small dimensions. Location: It is located directly on the beach, a few meters from the sea, which can reach its walls during the winter. Its location offers scenic views of the coastline. Current State: The fort is currently in ruins, without functional rehabilitation, and it is not possible to enter the structure. However, the surrounding area is accessible for public visitation.

The Paçô Fort, also known as the Montedor Fort, is a historic 17th-century coastal fortification located in the parish of Carreço, near Paçô Beach, in the municipality of Viana do Castelo, Portugal.

Walks: There are wooden walkways along the beach that stretch for kilometers over the dunes, perfect for relaxing walks and bike rides with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Accessibility: The park has wheelchair accessible entrance and parking. Other Amenities: The area has beachfront terraces, restrooms to rinse sand off your feet at the beach access, and free parking nearby.

Attractions and Facilities Children's Playground: A children's playground with a sea theme, various attractions for children, and plenty of space for play. Outdoor Fitness Equipment: The area includes a fitness park and geriatric equipment, ideal for physical exercise for all ages.

The Praia Norte Park is located on the Marginal da Praia Norte, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal, offering a multifunctional leisure area and a privileged green space next to the sea.

Other Bridges Cávado Bridge (Planned): There is a project underway by the municipality of Esposende to build a pedestrian and cycle bridge over the Cávado River, which will connect the Cávado Ecovia to the North Coast Ecovia.

The Bridge over the Neiva River Location: The bridge is located in the parish of Antas, in the municipality of Esposende, near the mouth of the Neiva River. Characteristics: It is a pedestrian and cycle bridge with a modern design and remarkable architecture, inaugurated in 2019, which integrates perfectly into the bucolic environment of the riverbanks. Access and Use: The bridge is a crossing point on the North Coast Ecovia, accessible 24 hours a day, and invites leisurely walks or bike rides along the river. The site is wheelchair accessible and has accessible parking.