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São Gião River Beach

São Gião River Beach
river beaches
One of the best known bathing spots in the region.

Located within the Albino Mendes da Silva Foundation’s tourist complex—a benefactor who acquired the 10 hectares of forested land along the Alva River—the São Gião River Beach boasts an extensive swimming area surrounded by oaks, cedars, pines, poplars, willows, and plane trees. The complex includes a campsite, picnic area, residential lodging (in chalets and the Choupal guesthouse), a restaurant, a playground, and walking trails that follow the watermill channel and lead to an upstream bridge over the river.

Founded in 1970, this complex and river beach make use of former estate facilities, including a traditional mill, olive press, farmhouse, and a textile factory, and are among the most well-known spots in the region. Over the years, several enhancements have been made, from the construction of a dam to increase water depth to the addition of a diving platform. After a refreshing swim, be sure to visit some of the cultural and environmental “7 Wonders” of the Oliveira do Hospital municipality.

As an Accessible Beach for All, São Gião offers full support for visitors with reduced mobility and provides information in braille.

Awards:

  • Accessible Beach

Services:

  • Bar with terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Campground
  • Playground
  • Showers
  • Restrooms
  • Accessible restrooms
  • Parking lot
  • Water fountain
  • First aid station
  • Lawn/sandy area
  • Accessible ramps
  • Sun umbrellas/deck chairs
  • Lifeguard
  • how to arrive

    From Oliveira do Hospital, head towards the N17 in the direction of Seia. Turn onto the M506/504 towards São Gião. Take a right turn, cross the bridge, and follow signs for São Gião along the EM1318. The river beach is located 300 meters to the right, next to the campsite.

    Coordinates

    GD: 40.3375 -7.79992
    DMS: 40°20′15.0″N 7°47′59.71″W
    UTM: 29T 601933 4465908

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