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Lagoa Seca col moraine fields (Geosite), Manteigas
At 1420 meters above sea level, the moraine field of Lagoa Seca is an important evidence of the glacial dynamics of the Zêzere Valley, witnessing several phases of its total filling with over 250 m of ice thickness. In this geosite there are four moraine ridges formed by large granite boulders: three internal ridges, dating about 30 thousand years (last maximum of glaciation of Estrela); and an external ridge, showing more weathered forms, located in the upper valley of the Beijames, dating to an earlier phase or even to the penultimate glaciation. This set of moraines, deposited in a flat and protected col, constitutes a valuable element of the geological heritage providing important data for the reconstruction of the ancient environments of Western Iberia.
CHARACTERISTICS
LOCATION
Address: São Pedro
City: Manteigas
Postal Code: 6300 - 559
Telephone: 963629179
Email: info@geoparkestrela.pt
Website: http://www.geoparkestrela.pt
City: Manteigas
Postal Code: 6300 - 559
Telephone: 963629179
Email: info@geoparkestrela.pt
Website: http://www.geoparkestrela.pt
FUNCTIONING
Public venue, with no timetable or entrance fee.
ORGANISATION OF THE VISIT
The visit to this Point does not require prior booking and can be done individually.
Specific Conditions:
For interpretation regarding this geosite it is suggested the visit to the interpretative table at the coordinates 40°20'37.7"N 7°33'20.6"W
Method:
Transporte próprio
Difficulty Level:
Média
Group Visits:
Yes
Minimum Number of Person per group:
5
Maximum Number of Person per group:
0
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult https://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo
Guided Tours:
Yes
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult https://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo
Specific Conditions:
For interpretation regarding this geosite it is suggested the visit to the interpretative table at the coordinates 40°20'37.7"N 7°33'20.6"W
Method:
Transporte próprio
Difficulty Level:
Média
Group Visits:
Yes
Minimum Number of Person per group:
5
Maximum Number of Person per group:
0
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult https://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo
Guided Tours:
Yes
Observations:
Guided tours integrated by the Estrela Geopark. Consult https://www.geoparkestrela.pt/geopark/turismo
EXISTING EQUIPMENT
GEOLOGICAL / MINING INTEREST
History Patrimony:
-
Activity Program:
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Study and Research Unit:
-
Audiovisual and Multimedia Resources:
-
Volunteering Programs:
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Activity Program:
-
Study and Research Unit:
-
Audiovisual and Multimedia Resources:
-
Volunteering Programs:
-
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE
Activity Description:
Educational Programs
Target Audience:
Primary, secondary and university students
Activity Cost:
5€
Weekly Schedule:
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
Weekend and Holidays Schedule:
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
Exceptions:
-
Observations:
The educational programs of the Aspiring Geopark Estrela are at this moment geared towards the Portuguese language. However programs can be ajusted to foreing languages.
Educational Programs
Target Audience:
Primary, secondary and university students
Activity Cost:
5€
Weekly Schedule:
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
Weekend and Holidays Schedule:
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
From 00:00:00 to 00:00:00.
Exceptions:
-
Observations:
The educational programs of the Aspiring Geopark Estrela are at this moment geared towards the Portuguese language. However programs can be ajusted to foreing languages.
EXTERNAL SUPPORT
Where to Stay
https://cm-manteigas.pt/
Where to Eat
https://cm-manteigas.pt/
Cultural Facilities
https://cm-manteigas.pt/
https://cm-manteigas.pt/
Where to Eat
https://cm-manteigas.pt/
Cultural Facilities
https://cm-manteigas.pt/
TRANSPORT
Type of Transport:
Táxi
Agency Name:
Táxi De Silva Carvalho E Monteiro Lda
Telephone Number:
275982868
Parking for private vehicles:
Yes
Táxi
Agency Name:
Táxi De Silva Carvalho E Monteiro Lda
Telephone Number:
275982868
Parking for private vehicles:
Yes
SITES OF TOURISTIC INTEREST
ASSOCIATED ROUTES
SUGGESTIONS OF THE ROUTE- OTHER NEARBY PLACES TO VISIT
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