Alvito Dam

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The Alvito Dam is a large earthfill dam in Portugal. The dam was built by Construções A. Supico between 1973 and 1976. It is in the Alvito Municipality within Beja District and impounds the Odivelas River. ()

Local name: Barragem do Alvito Opened: 1976 (48 years ago)Length: 3625 ftHeight: 161 ftCoordinates: 38°16'52"N, 7°54'52"W

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Alvito Dam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: São Cucufate, Castelo de Viana do Alentejo, Igreja Matriz de Viana do Alentejo, Ponte Romana de Vila Ruiva.

5.5 miSE
Historical place
São Cucufate
141 min walk • Nestled in the tranquil countryside of Portugal's Alentejo region, São Cucufate is a sight that beckons history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike. This ancient Roman villa, located near the town of Vidigueira, is a testament to the country's rich historical...
5.9 miNW
Forts and castles
Castelo de Viana do Alentejo
151 min walk • The Castle of Viana do Alentejo is a gothic castle constructed during the reconquest and settlement of the central region of the Portuguese Alentejo, located in the parish of Viana do Alentejo, municipality of the same name.
5.9 miNW
Church
Igreja Matriz de Viana do Alentejo
151 min walk • Igreja Matriz de Viana do Alentejo is a church in Portugal. It is classified as a National Monument.
2.3 miSW
Bridge
Ponte Romana de Vila Ruiva
58 min walk • The Roman Bridge over the Ribeira de Odivelas, also referred to as the Vila Ruiva Bridge in Alentejo, is located over the Ribeira de Odivelas, in the parish of Vila Ruiva, in the municipality of Cuba, district of Beja, in Portugal.