Tinto Wharf, Huelva
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Description
The Tinto Wharf (Muelle del Tinto) is a dry bulk dock turned promenade over the Odiel river in the city of Huelva in Andalusia. The 1,165m long structure was built in 1874-76 and operated until 1975 by the mining company Rio Tinto for loading ore from its mines in the region. Cleverly, the movement of wagons used gravity: the railway line for loaded wagons starts at a higher point of the jetty and slopes down to the end of the pier and then slopes down again on the way back on a parallel line that ends below the original starting point.
Access & Transport
Address: calle Presidente Adolfo Suárez in Huelva The pier is walking distance from the city centre (1km to the southwest) and from the train station (1.5km to the west).
Instructions & Recommendations
We suggest combining this activity with a walk through the centre of the city and a stop at the La Rabida Monastery, a 10-15mins drive away.
Environmental & Social
Repurposing of an existing infrastructure for the benefit of the local residents (and visitors) and use of LEDs
Conclusion
Not an attraction worth a significant detour but if you happen to be in the area, it is definitely worth stopping by and enjoy a casual walk. Early morning and evening probably the best time in terms of weather and lighting
Key positive
Original and smart repurposing
Quite photogenic
Key negative
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Suitability
Accessible for visitors with reduced mobility through the lower ramp (would require assistance to go up without reaching the end of the pier)
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
June 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 30m
est. visit time:0h 45m
Sunrise / early morningOk
MorningOk
Lunch timeOk
AfternoonOk
Sunset / eveningOk
Night – bef. midnightOk
Night – aft. midnightNo