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Reserva Natural da Baía da Maia

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ER 1-2
9580-228, Vila do Porto

Vila do Porto

This bay, classified as a Nature Reserve, boasts a unique and pleasant natural pool, flanked by cliffs that protect it from the wind. A spectacle of great natural beauty, the clear, calm waters, along with the surrounding volcanic rock formations, invite you to a relaxing day.

Pico Alto

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Pico Alto
9580-012, Vila do Porto

Vila do Porto

This elevation reaches its highest point at approximately 587 meters and boasts abundant vegetation due to the high rainfall. From its summit, we can enjoy fantastic views of the entire island.

Cabo de São Vicente

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EN268
8650, Vila do Bispo

Vila do Bispo

Considered the westernmost point of Iberia, the Cape is home to ancient legends that claim it's a place where the ocean is teeming with monsters. The inhabitants of Sagres also claimed that the sun made a noise when it set at the end of the day.

Piscina Natural da Pontinha do Topo

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Ponta do Topo
9875, Topo

Calheta de São Jorge

Natural pools of great beauty, resulting from volcanic rocks.

Poças Vicente Dias

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Fajã Grande
9850-070, Calheta

Calheta de São Jorge

Natural pools with clear waters, located next to the Calheta campsite, just 30 meters from the sea. Offering fantastic panoramic views of the islands of Pico and Faial. Besides some good swimming, you can enjoy sport fishing and diving here.

Arco Natural de Velas

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Avenida dos Baleeiros
9800-548, Velas

Velas

This natural arch in basaltic lava, located in Fajã da Ribeira da Areia, is so imposing that it arouses much curiosity.

Poça dos Frades

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Avenida da Conceição
9800-521, Velas

Velas

The geological formation in this area created one of the island's most popular bathing areas. The result of lava flowing from the island's interior, the rocks protect small beaches where various soccer and beach volleyball competitions take place.

Gruta da Furninha

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Estrada Marginal Sul, 184
2520-557, Peniche

Peniche

Also known as Cova Dominique, it is located on a cliff between Cabo Carvoeiro and Peniche Fort. It is a natural cavity located approximately 15 meters above sea level. It was occupied during the Middle Paleolithic and late Chalcolithic periods, making it the most important prehistoric site in the municipality. It served as both a shelter and a necropolis, providing a vast archaeological collection, which can be seen in several museums, including the Peniche Municipal Museum.

Reserva Natural das Berlengas

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Arquipélago das Berlengas
2520-644, Peniche

Peniche

Islands located northwest of Peniche and Cabo Carvoeiro, they are a granite formation approximately 280 million years old. The largest is Berlenga Grande Island, but the archipelago is made up of a number of other islets surrounding it (Estelas and Farilhões). Being a major nesting and refuge site for seabirds, the reserve is home to a wide variety of species. The only habitable island is Berlenga Grande, with a small fishing neighborhood, a port, the Duque de Bragança Lighthouse, the Fort of São João Baptista, a camping area, and a restaurant. It has been a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve since …

Ilhéu da Papoa

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Papoa
2520, Peniche

Peniche

Near Peniche, a volcanic rift emerges, known as Ilhéu da Papoa. This rock formation is a popular fishing spot and also offers beautiful ocean views. It's also a popular spot for seabird watching.

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