Castelo do Bode Reservoir
Albufeira de Castelo do Bode
A large reservoir on the Zêzere River, winding for about 60 km, with river beaches, boat tours and kayaking. A popular summer escape.
The Castelo do Bode Dam was completed in 1951 and is one of Portugal's earliest large hydroelectric plants. The reservoir stretches about 60 km along the Zêzere River, its shores lined with pine forest and its water clear. It is also a drinking water source for Lisbon. In summer you can swim at several river beaches, or take part in canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding or a boat tour. Cars can stop along the dam's top road to enjoy the view. The dam is about 13 km from Tomar and must be reached by car or taxi. The area has lakeside hotels and restaurants.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Almourol Castle
- Church of Santa Maria do Olival
- Match Museum
- Church of São João Baptista & Praça da República
- Levada de Tomar Cultural Complex
- Rua Serpa Pinto & Old Town
- Tomar Synagogue
- Mouchão Park