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Recorded Seismic Activity and Earthquake History in Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park

This collection presents a catalogue of seismic events recorded in the vicinity of Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park. Each entry identifies an earthquake based on geographic proximity to the protected landscape boundaries. The repository provides a reference for historical activity through event dates, magnitude readings, and epicentral distance calculations derived from seismic databases.

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Portugal's rugged southwestern coastline and last strongholds of wild European coast

Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park

Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park is a protected landscape in southwestern Portugal spanning approximately 896 square kilometers along one of Europe's most unspoiled coastal stretches. The park encompasses both terrestrial and marine environments, with roughly 606 square kilometers of land and 290 square kilometers of coastal waters, creating a comprehensive seascape protection zone. Established on July 7, 1988, the park was created to safeguard the region's exceptional natural resources while promoting sustainable development in the surrounding communities. The area represents one of the last truly wild coastal environments in mainland Europe, characterized by dramatic cliff formations, secluded beaches, and a rich mosaic of habitats that support remarkable biodiversity including over a dozen endemic plant species and significant bird nesting sites.

Location
Portugal
Park type
Protected landscape
Established
1988
Area
895.7 km²
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Earthquakes near Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park

Earthquakes near Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park are linked by epicentre and measured distance to the park, not asserted within it. Search dates, magnitudes, depths, localities, distance figures, and references without presenting coast or natural park qualities as seismic causes, rating current danger, or predicting future events.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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More parks after Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park

Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park earthquake records lead to an independent collection of protected destinations. The links imply no common coastlines, natural park status, habitats, geology, seismic conditions, proximity, hazards, risk, or comparable source quality.
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Protected landscapePortugal
60 km away#1 closest

North

Arrábida Natural Park: Protected Landscape Atlas and Geographic Context in Portugal

Mapped boundaries of this key Portuguese protected area.

Arrábida Natural Park is presented here as a significant protected landscape, offering rich details for geographic exploration and atlas-based research. Users can investigate its specific mapped boundaries, understand its environmental setting within Portugal, and utilize this data for comparative analysis of protected areas. This resource focuses on the park's inherent geographic identity and its role as a defined natural landscape.

Area
176.41 km²
Established
1976
IUCN
V
Visitors
23.1K annual
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Protected landscapeBeja District
71 km away#2 closest

East

Guadiana Valley Natural Park: Protected Landscape Discovery in Beja District

Explore its mapped geography and protected land context.

Guadiana Valley Natural Park is identified as a protected landscape, providing a specific focus for geographic study and map-based exploration. This entry details the park's unique protected-area status and its contextual placement within the expansive Beja District of southern Portugal. Understand the mapped boundaries and landscape features that define this area, serving as a key point for regional geographic understanding on MoriAtlas.

Area
697 km²
Established
1995
IUCN
V
Visitors
749 annual
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Protected landscapeAlgarve
About 81 km away#3 closest

Southeast

Ria Formosa Natural Park Protected Landscape: Algarve Regional Geography

Explore mapped protected landscapes and regional geographic context.

Examine Ria Formosa Natural Park, a protected landscape that defines a significant portion of the Algarve's natural heritage. This atlas-focused exploration details the park's geographic features, its protected status, and its position within the wider regional geography. Understand the mapped extent of this protected landscape and its contribution to the natural context of southern Portugal.

Area
179.01 km²
Established
1978
IUCN
V
Relief
Lowland
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Protected landscapeLisbon District
99 km away#4 closest

North

Sintra-Cascais Natural Park: Mapped Protected Landscape in Lisbon District, Portugal

Explore Atlantic coast geography and historic palatial terrain.

The Sintra-Cascais Natural Park is a designated protected landscape in Portugal's Lisbon District, renowned for its fusion of natural beauty and historical architecture. This page offers an atlas-style exploration of its mapped boundaries, showcasing the unique Serra de Sintra mountain range meeting the Atlantic coast. Discover the protected area's geographic features, from its lush forested slopes crowned with iconic palaces to the dramatic cliffs and beaches of Cabo da Roca, providing essential context for understanding this distinctive Portuguese natural landscape.

Area
144.51 km²
Established
1981
IUCN
V
Visitors
43.5K annual
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Protected landscapePortugal
159 km away#5 closest

North

Aire and Candeeiros Ranges Natural Park: Protected Landscape and Regional Geographic Context

Explore the mapped boundaries and natural landscape of this Portuguese protected area.

Understand the Aire and Candeeiros Ranges Natural Park as a key protected landscape in Portugal. This page offers detailed geographic information, focusing on the park's mapped boundaries and its intrinsic connection to the surrounding regional geography. It serves as a portal for atlas exploration, providing structured data for users interested in the specific protected area and its landscape characteristics within the Iberian Peninsula.

Area
383.93 km²
Established
1979
IUCN
V
Visitors
31.9K annual
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Protected landscapePortalegre District
192 km away#6 closest

Northeast

Serra de São Mamede Natural Park: A Protected Landscape Defined by Ecological Transition

Explore the unique mountain terrain and ecosystems of Portalegre District.

Delve into the geographic and ecological identity of Serra de São Mamede Natural Park, a significant protected landscape situated in Portugal's Portalegre District. This area is renowned for its dramatic quartzite ridges and its role as a crucial meeting point for Atlantic and Mediterranean plant communities, offering a unique atlas perspective on regional biodiversity. Examining its mapped boundaries and diverse terrain provides essential context for understanding its ecological importance and its distinct position within the Alentejo region's geography.

Area
560.6 km²
Established
1989
IUCN
V
Visitors
4.5K annual
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194 km away#7 closest

East

Doñana National Park National Park: Mapped Geography and Protected Landscape Context

Explore Huelva's key protected area and its regional geographic setting.

Delve into the structured geographic data and mapped boundaries of Doñana National Park. This entry highlights its identity as a national park within the Huelva region, providing essential context for understanding its protected landscape. MoriAtlas offers this detail to facilitate a clear, atlas-driven exploration of its natural terrain and its place in the broader geographic framework of Spain.

Area
543 km²
Established
1969
IUCN
II
Visitors
376.3K annual
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Nature reservePortugal
272 km away#8 closest

North

Serra da Estrela Natural Park: Glacial Terrain and Highest Peaks in Portugal

Explore the dramatic geography of this nature reserve.

Serra da Estrela Natural Park is a significant protected landscape in Portugal, celebrated for containing the nation's highest peak and exceptional Quaternary glacial formations. The park's terrain includes dramatic valleys carved by ice, numerous glacial lakes, and a stark alpine plateau around Torre. This nature reserve preserves a unique environment shaped by both geological history and traditional pastoralism, offering rich mapped context for understanding Portugal's mountainous geography and protected areas.

Area
891.32 km²
Established
1976
IUCN
V
Visitors
7.6K annual
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Delve deeper into the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast Natural Park's protected landscape details. Understand its precise geographic context within Alentejo Litoral and how its mapped boundaries contribute to the regional atlas of protected areas. MoriAtlas provides the structured framework to appreciate this natural area's role and its unique geographic characteristics.