Funcho Dam Barragen
Funcho Dam Barragen
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Debbie C
Bangor, UK171 contributions
June 2018
We took the drive up to the dam this morning and the scenery is beautiful. The road is well marked and easily passable for two cars. The view at the dam is amazing and it is so peaceful. Definitely worth the trip.
Written 26 June 2018
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Dave P
Southend on Sea17 contributions
June 2018 • Couples
During a recent holiday near Guia, we had a number of cloudy days. Having done all the usual tourist attractions we decided to have a drive out to Arade Dam and then onto Funcho Dam Barragen.
The dam is situated at the end of a 7KM track off the main road. There are good views of the lakes containing the water and the local countryside on the drive to the dam.
On arrival at the 'dry' side of the dam the road comes to an abrupt end at a barrier next to a derelict and overgrown Picnic spot. I walked the rest of the way down a very step hill to the dam area, it looked like it had been abandoned. I was contemplating climb some steps going up the side of the dam, but then it decided to pour down with rain.
What could have been a very interesting day out was let down by a derelict picnic site, no information about the dam, and no notices or maps regarding walks in the local area (would have loved to of hiked up to the trig point if I had known about it.
We did not visit the 'Wet' side of the dam as the road was very steep and we didnt want to risk damaging the hire car.
The dam is situated at the end of a 7KM track off the main road. There are good views of the lakes containing the water and the local countryside on the drive to the dam.
On arrival at the 'dry' side of the dam the road comes to an abrupt end at a barrier next to a derelict and overgrown Picnic spot. I walked the rest of the way down a very step hill to the dam area, it looked like it had been abandoned. I was contemplating climb some steps going up the side of the dam, but then it decided to pour down with rain.
What could have been a very interesting day out was let down by a derelict picnic site, no information about the dam, and no notices or maps regarding walks in the local area (would have loved to of hiked up to the trig point if I had known about it.
We did not visit the 'Wet' side of the dam as the road was very steep and we didnt want to risk damaging the hire car.
Written 26 June 2018
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Sssomewhere
London, UK10 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
In great contrast to the hurley-burley of the coast, this is nearer proper Portugal. Beautiful scenery, peaceful and devoid of any commercial outlets, bar some noisy buggy/quad bikes which can annoyingly appear. Plenty of stopping points if you are a cyclist or driver. For walkers and hikers it a wonderful area to enjoy. So if you are a townie, prefer traffic and noise probably not for you.
Written 17 September 2017
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mehall-leeds
leeds28 contributions
Aug 2013 • Family
Reading the other reviews, we must have gone to the wrong end. We went in the first sign posted road coming out of Silves, took a single track road up to the dam wall, kids did not want me to stop. Over the other side of the dam was a burnt out building, straight from a horror movie set,with one dodgy looking van parked up in the car park. We quickly left and made our way down another single trak road. The kids were relieved when we got back on a normal route.
Written 29 August 2013
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Gary3169
Sheffield, UK38 contributions
May 2024 • Solo
I had read about this new trail and as we were based in Carvoeiro decided to go see. Heading towards SB de Messines from Silves on the N124, its about 6 mins drive from the bridge in Silves. Look for the Barragen sign on the left. The trail is not signposted so we were guessing on where it started. Follow the road around. It's quite curvy and remote but persevere for bout 10 mins. You'll eventually come to a small dam which you cross on cobbled roads. Keep going and you get to a small circular car park. not sign posted either. Start your walk from here. If you have googlemaps, you'll see where the dam is and where you are in relation to it and you can see your walk. About 7kms. The walk is pretty straight forward with different offshoots but stick to Google map route. About 6km in Google took us left when we should have gone straight on. Google maps shows a disconnect between the path and Dam but there isn't. Only take the left if you're using a map and like climbing. We did take left and the views were stunning at the top before we descended towards the dam. Take WATER. even on a half cloudy day it was hot. The walk itself was moderate, a few hills bt not too taxing apart from the left turn climb. The shale walls you pass have wonderful colours, the track itself easy to walk on and the different views remarkable. We were passed by some quads who all waved but seemed to disappear off the walking trail. We didn't see any other walkers. We did maintain cell coverage even though we were remote. Great walking one we will do again
Written 19 May 2024
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John L
Albufeira, Portugal10 contributions
Aug 2021
great for dog walking, or just walking nothing there other than nature, closest restaurant 5 min drive
Written 21 August 2021
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SueBridgend_UK
Sao Bartolomeu de Messines, Portugal201 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
This is a lovely place to visit with some lovely walks and lts of nice places around to eat. Very reminiscent of the Brecon Beacons.
Written 11 April 2017
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Mark
Amersham, UK1,937 contributions
June 2016 • Couples
Nothing special, just a reservoir in a park with walks and views. It's a nice scenic drive but unless you're looking for serious hiking not worth going out of your way for
Written 21 November 2016
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BrianML
Chichester, UK956 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
We walked around part of the Barragem with a large group of friends. Climbed to the local trig point for the views. Well marked tracks. Interesting area and lovely countryside.
Written 10 November 2016
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Amanda R
Swindon, UK269 contributions
Feb 2016 • Couples
Amazing views, it was a bit quiet we did see a few cyclists as there are tracks over all the hills for you to ride along. A great place for a picnic anytime of the year. Very peaceful.Worth a visit.
Written 20 February 2016
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Je souhaiterai savoir si la pêche à la ligne est permis dans ce barrage
Merci
Written 29 August 2017
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