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Portuguese and Spanish geologists unravel the secrets of the oldest rocks of the Iberian Peninsula at Geopark NaturtejoPhoto by NWimagesbySabrinaE on Pexels
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Portuguese and Spanish geologists unravel the secrets of the oldest rocks of the Iberian Peninsula at Geopark Naturtejo

Notícias de Coimbra14 September 2026 at 13:31

Portuguese and Spanish researchers are jointly studying the oldest rocks of the Iberian Peninsula at Geopark Naturtejo, a territory that spans parts of the Tagus and Zêzere regions. The fieldwork conducted by these geologists allows for direct analysis of the oldest rock formations in the region.

Geopark Naturtejo, classified by UNESCO, serves as the base for these investigations that aim to deepen the knowledge about the geology of the territory. The researchers are preparing a future international scientific excursion that could attract specialists from various countries.

The collaboration between Portuguese and Spanish institutions enables a more comprehensive approach to the study of these ancient rocks, contributing to the enhancement of the geological heritage of the Iberian Peninsula.

Why this matters

Readers in the Portugal region benefit directly from this study, as Geopark Naturtejo, classified as a UNESCO Global Geopark, can gain greater scientific and tourist recognition. The Iberian collaboration strengthens geological research on the Peninsula and prepares an international excursion that could attract visitors and specialists to the region.

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