Geology: Mareta and Tonel Beaches

Geology: Mareta and Tonel Beaches - Full

Mareta Beach is one of the most interesting geological sites in the Algarve. We can observe a fossil coral reef with an age of about 170 million years, fossil traces created by enigmatic animals, a vein with volcanic rock, rock structures derived from underwater landslides, and a fossil dune. The visit continues at Tonel beach, where you can see signs of movements of the Earth’s crust, such as folds and faults, and a layer full of stromatoporid fossils, a group that is attributed to the spongiums.

The activity includes a walking route of about 4.5 km, passing through sandy beach and roads with car circulation.

  • Schedule: Saturday 5th of October 2024 from 10:00 am until 01:00 pm
  • Theme(s): Archeology, History and Geology
  • Type(s): Field trip
  • Location: Outdoor activity
  • Nr of participants: Mín. 2 Max. 20 (minimum age 6 years old)
  • Language: Portuguese, English
  • Target Audience: All audiences
  • Registration: Activity with online registration
  • Recommendations:

    Bring suitable footwear, water and sun protection.

  • Partner:
  • Meeting point:
    Mareta Beach
    Lat: 37.00551188523083 / Lon: -8.940079726354593

    To the side of Raposo Restaurant - Lat. 37,0055, Long. -8,94.


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