Zona Especial de Conservação da Ponta do Castelo
The site of Community interest of the tip of the castle is also classified as a special area of conservation, comprising an area of 153 hectares on land and 164 acres in sea. Reaches maximum attitude to 310 metres and, at sea, a maximum depth of 30 meters.
Contacts
ER 1-2
9580-228,Vila do Porto
- Protected areas
- car access
Characteristics
Natural Resources near Zona Especial de Conservação da Ponta do Castelo
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 Fanec…
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…
