Mouth of the River Minho
Desembocadura do río Miño
Discover the vital Mouth of the River Minho, where its 350-kilometer journey culminates in a protected estuary, an Eden for diverse bird species and fauna, and a natural border between Spain and Portugal.

📜 A vital estuary where the Minho River meets the Atlantic Ocean, marking the culmination of its 350-kilometer journey.
🦅 An Eden for numerous bird species and other fauna, recognized as one of the most important estuaries on the Iberian Peninsula.

Why Go

🌊 Witness the meeting of river and ocean after a long journey
🐦 Excellent spot for birdwatching with over 200 species recorded, including the endangered aquatic warbler
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy walking paths along the north bank with wooden observatories for camouflage
🌿 Explore a protected area (Z.E.P.A, Natura 2000 Network, SCI, ZEPVN, ZEPA, Ramsar Area)
🇪🇸🇵🇹 See the natural border between Spain and Portugal, the International Section of the Miño River (TIRM)
🚶‍♂️ Discover the PR-G160 Ruta da Desembocadura do Miño, an itinerary rich in natural and ethnographic elements.

Why Avoid

🚫 Specific contact details, operating hours, pricing, and accessibility information are not provided

Checklist

binoculars for birdwatching

Getting There

🚶‍♀️ Approximately 2 km (30-minute walk) from nearby points to the mouth
🗺️ Take the path upstream along the north bank of the river