Funcho Dam Barragen
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Debbie C
Bangor, UK137 contributions
Jun 2018
We took the drive up to the dam this morning and the scenery is beautiful. The road is well marked and easily passable for two cars. The view at the dam is amazing and it is so peaceful. Definitely worth the trip.
Written June 26, 2018
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Dave P
Southend on Sea17 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
During a recent holiday near Guia, we had a number of cloudy days. Having done all the usual tourist attractions we decided to have a drive out to Arade Dam and then onto Funcho Dam Barragen.
The dam is situated at the end of a 7KM track off the main road. There are good views of the lakes containing the water and the local countryside on the drive to the dam.
On arrival at the 'dry' side of the dam the road comes to an abrupt end at a barrier next to a derelict and overgrown Picnic spot. I walked the rest of the way down a very step hill to the dam area, it looked like it had been abandoned. I was contemplating climb some steps going up the side of the dam, but then it decided to pour down with rain.
What could have been a very interesting day out was let down by a derelict picnic site, no information about the dam, and no notices or maps regarding walks in the local area (would have loved to of hiked up to the trig point if I had known about it.
We did not visit the 'Wet' side of the dam as the road was very steep and we didnt want to risk damaging the hire car.
The dam is situated at the end of a 7KM track off the main road. There are good views of the lakes containing the water and the local countryside on the drive to the dam.
On arrival at the 'dry' side of the dam the road comes to an abrupt end at a barrier next to a derelict and overgrown Picnic spot. I walked the rest of the way down a very step hill to the dam area, it looked like it had been abandoned. I was contemplating climb some steps going up the side of the dam, but then it decided to pour down with rain.
What could have been a very interesting day out was let down by a derelict picnic site, no information about the dam, and no notices or maps regarding walks in the local area (would have loved to of hiked up to the trig point if I had known about it.
We did not visit the 'Wet' side of the dam as the road was very steep and we didnt want to risk damaging the hire car.
Written June 26, 2018
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Sssomewhere
London, UK11 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
In great contrast to the hurley-burley of the coast, this is nearer proper Portugal. Beautiful scenery, peaceful and devoid of any commercial outlets, bar some noisy buggy/quad bikes which can annoyingly appear. Plenty of stopping points if you are a cyclist or driver. For walkers and hikers it a wonderful area to enjoy. So if you are a townie, prefer traffic and noise probably not for you.
Written September 17, 2017
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mehall-leeds
leeds30 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
Reading the other reviews, we must have gone to the wrong end. We went in the first sign posted road coming out of Silves, took a single track road up to the dam wall, kids did not want me to stop. Over the other side of the dam was a burnt out building, straight from a horror movie set,with one dodgy looking van parked up in the car park. We quickly left and made our way down another single trak road. The kids were relieved when we got back on a normal route.
Written August 29, 2013
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John L
Albufeira, Portugal10 contributions
Aug 2021
great for dog walking, or just walking nothing there other than nature, closest restaurant 5 min drive
Written August 21, 2021
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SueBridgend_UK
Sao Bartolomeu de Messines, Portugal216 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
This is a lovely place to visit with some lovely walks and lts of nice places around to eat. Very reminiscent of the Brecon Beacons.
Written April 11, 2017
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Mark
Amersham, UK1,953 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
Nothing special, just a reservoir in a park with walks and views. It's a nice scenic drive but unless you're looking for serious hiking not worth going out of your way for
Written November 21, 2016
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BrianML
Chichester, UK978 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
We walked around part of the Barragem with a large group of friends. Climbed to the local trig point for the views. Well marked tracks. Interesting area and lovely countryside.
Written November 10, 2016
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Amanda R
Swindon, UK279 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
Amazing views, it was a bit quiet we did see a few cyclists as there are tracks over all the hills for you to ride along. A great place for a picnic anytime of the year. Very peaceful.Worth a visit.
Written February 20, 2016
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kjmckaig
Aberdeen, UK95 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
We stopped here to chill out on a road trip, the views here are stunning! Very quiet area, not many people about although we did pass a couple of cyclists(crazy with those hills!). Plenty of places to pull over and get out. On top of the hills around it are picnic benches, too hot to sit on them though!
Written July 7, 2015
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maryserouxel
Montgeron, France1 contribution
Je souhaiterai savoir si la pêche à la ligne est permis dans ce barrage
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