The River Beach of Tapada Grande Reservoir, located at Mina de São Domingos, in the municipality of Mértola, achieved third place in the prestigious announcement "River Beach of the Year 2026". This distinction recognizes the quality and attractiveness of this river beach in the national context.
The classification was determined through a vote organized by the River Beaches Guide, using the online platform praiasfluviais.pt. The voting process had the participation of thousands of users, demonstrating the high level of engagement and interest on the part of the public.
The result obtained by the River Beach of Tapada Grande Reservoir highlights the work developed for the enhancement and promotion of this natural space, positioning Mértola as a relevant destination on the map of river beaches in Portugal. Mina de São Domingos, with its history linked to mining activity, thus sees its capacity to offer leisure experiences and contact with nature recognized.
