Barreiro da Faneca e Costa Norte
The North Coast is a protected landscape of regional interest, a vast expanse of green against a backdrop of blue skies. It also includes the Barreiro da Faneca area, known as the "Red Desert" for its undulating terrain formed by red clays.
Contacts
São Pedro
9580-322,Vila do Porto
- Protected areas
- car access
Characteristics
Natural Resources near Barreiro da Faneca e Costa Norte
Cascata da Foz da Ribeira Grande
A large waterfall surrounded by a landscape of great natural beauty. At the bottom of the waterfall, we find a small lake where some ducks live. A breathtaking…
Ilhéu de São Lourenço
Along the coast of Santa Maria island there are several islets of considerable dimensions, most notably the Ilhéu de São Lourenço, accessible only by boat.
Pico Alto
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 fan…
Reserva Natural da Baía da Maia
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 natu…
Reserva Natural da Baía de São Lourenço
São Lourenço Bay, also known as the "Rising Sun" Bay, is a beautiful area surrounded by vineyards separated by meadows, with the blue sea as a backdrop. The lu…
