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Travel Guide of Faial in Portugal by Influencers and Travelers


Faial Island, also known in English as Fayal, is a Portuguese island of the Central Group of the Azores. The Capelinhos Volcano, the westernmost point of the island, might as well be the westernmost point of Europe, if the Monchique Islet, near Flores Island, is considered part of North America, for it sits on the North American Plate.


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1 - Cabeço Gordo

Cabeço Gordo is the highest mountain, massive stratovolcano and the largest geomorphological structure that forms the island of Faial.

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2 - Santana

Santana, short form for Santa Ana is a municipality along the northern coast of the island of Madeira, in Portuguese archipelago of the same name. The population in 2011 was 7,719, in an area of 95.56 square kilometres.

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3 - Surfing in Madeira

Madeira Surf Camp is the ideal school for those of you who want learn how to surf or improve your existing surf skills with dedicated instructors. You'll be taken out to the best surf spots around the beautiful island of Madeira, giving you a chance ...

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4 - Casas Típicas de Santana

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5 - Porto da Cruz

Porto da Cruz Portuguese pronunciation, is a civil parish in the municipality of Machico in the northeastern corner of Madeira. The population in 2011 was 2,597, in an area of 25.22 km².

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6 - Stand up Paddle in Madeira

Ready to go out on an SUP tour around Madeira Island but not sure how it works? Come and have a lesson with Salty! The expert instructors will teach you the basic terminology, positioning, balance and paddling to have you supping in no time. You'll b...

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7 - Ribeiro Frio

   6 km away

The village of Ribeiro Frio is situated in the interior of the island of Madeira. It belongs to the parish of São Roque do Faial, the municipality of Santana, and is located around 15 kilometers from Funchal.

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8 - Pico do Arieiro

   8 km away

Pico do Arieiro, at 1,818 m high, is Madeira Island's third highest peak. Most days, visitors can stand and look down on the clouds. The air is fresh and clear and the sun is very bright. On a clear day it is possible to see the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, 30 miles to the northeast.

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9 - Trekking | Madeira

   10 km away

Round trip transfers from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro (Areeiro) - Pico Ruivo - Achada do Teixeira self-guided hike, so you don’t have to worry about parking logistics or walking the trail both ways.

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10 - Santa Cruz

   12 km away

Santa Cruz is a municipality, a parish and a city in the eastern part of the island of Madeira. It is the second most populous municipality, behind Funchal. The population in 2011 was 43,005, in an area of 81.50 km².

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11 - Monte Palace Tropical Garden

   13 km away
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12 - Schnorcheln in Madeira

   12 km away

Learn to observe the underwater world from the surface with fun filled snorkelling excursions. You will be taught about the local history thanks to your experienced guide who will take you out to the most adequate places. Learn the techniques of skin...

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13 - Funchal

   14 km away

Funchal is the largest city, the municipal seat and the capital of Portugal's Autonomous Region of Madeira, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean.

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14 - Ponta de São Lourenço

   16 km away

Ponta de São Lourenço is the easternmost point of the island of Madeira. It is inside the town of Caniçal and forms a part of the municipality of Machico. Its terrain are made up of rocks and herbaceous vegetation.

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15 - Snorkel in Madeira

   12 km away

Learn to observe the underwater world from the surface with fun filled snorkelling excursions. You will be taught about the local history thanks to your experienced guide who will take you out to the most adequate places. Learn the techniques of skin...

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16 - Cristo Rei

   16 km away

The Christ the King statue also known as the Sacred Heart statue, is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ in Garajau, Madeira.

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17 - Cabo Girão apžvalgos aikštelė

   19 km away
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18 - 25 Fontes Falls

   25 km away

The 25 Fontes is a group of waterfalls located in Rabaçal, Paul da Serra on Madeira Island. Access is possible via the Levada das 25 Fontes.

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19 - Mount Pico

   30 km away

Mount Pico is a currently quiescent stratovolcano located on Pico Island, in the mid-Atlantic archipelago of the Azores. It is the highest mountain in Portugal, at 2,351 metres above sea level, and is one of the highest Atlantic mountains; it is more than twice the elevation of any other peak in the Azores.

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20 - Porto Moniz

   30 km away

Porto Moniz is a municipality in the northwest corner of the island of Madeira. It is located west of Santana and Machico, and northwest of Funchal. The population in 2011 was 2,711, in an area of 82.93 km². The municipality features a natural complex of lava pools that are popular with locals and tourists.

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21 - Ponta Do Pargo

   37 km away

The Farol da Ponta do Pargo is an active lighthouse located in Ponta do Pargo, Madeira, Portugal. The lighthouse was built in 1922 on top of Ponta Vigia, a rocky cliff escarpment and has a focal height of 312 metres.

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