Tidal Pools of Leça da Palmeira
Piscina das Marés de Leça da Palmeira
Swimming
An early work of the architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, these swimming pools blend into the beach.

📜 Public saltwater swimming pools on the beach of Leça da Palmeira, Portugal.
🔍 Designed by architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, classified as a national monument.

Why Go

🌊 Saltwater pools blending into natural landscape
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Separate pools for kids and adults
🏛️ Significant architectural work, Pritzker prize winner
🚶‍♀️ Peaceful walkway obscures traffic and mutes ocean waves

Why Avoid

⚠️ Swimming limited to summer months

Tips

🗓️ Site open year-round for architectural observance

Hours

🕒 Swimming: June to September, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
🏛️ Site: Open year-round

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