Drowned Village of Vilarinho da Furna
Vilarinho da Furna
A submerged village that appears when dam levels drop in Portugal's Minho region.

📜 Former village in Portugal's Minho region, intentionally submerged in 1972 by a hydroelectric dam.
🔍 Ruins of a 2000-year-old Roman settlement are visible during dry spells.

Why Go

👻 Witness the ghostly buildings of a lost village
🚶 Enjoy beautiful hiking and walking paths in the surrounding area
🏛️ Explore the ethnographic museum in São João do Campo dedicated to the village
🚤 Experience glass-bottom boat tours to view submerged remains (when available)

Why Avoid

⚠️ Ruins are only visible during droughts or very low dam water levels
🚫 Boating near the ruins can be dangerous due to fluctuating water levels
🏊 Requires diving to see the ruins if water levels are high

Tips

📍 The Ethnographic Museum, built with stones from the old village, is located in nearby São João do Campo.
🗣️ Locals may offer boat rides on the lake, but typically not close to the ruins.

Last updated 8 days ago

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