The Vala Real translates into the spread to the south of the Aveiro estuary.

An area with trees and dunes, rich in silt, similar to the Aveiro estuary, to which it connects. It also connects to Mira Lagoon via Vala da Cana on the north side. Notable fish species include mullet, eel, and flounder.

Also known as Lagoa de Baixo, it has an elongated shape and connects with Lagoa da Barrinha via the so-called Vala da Cana. It is located in a wooded area with pine forests, stretching from the Quiaios dunes. There is a nearby beach and a forest with a picnic area.