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This is the centre of the old town. Built in the 19th century by the British, the new square has become the city’s most important landmark. It’s a meeting place for the locals, especially at night.

The Mindelense carnival passes through the main arteries of the city centre but the bulk of the spectators stay from Rua Lisboa to the People’s Palace. Every year Mindelense immerses itself in this tradition, which day after day gains more spectators, from children to the elderly, playing with joy, revelry and charm, making this a […]

This festival is held in Porto Novo on 24 June in honour of the town’s patron saint. Between the beating of the drums, the shouting and the sweaty bodies of the colá dancers, accompanied by a good grog, this is how the São João festivities go: promises are paid to the saints, promises are renewed […]

This is not a very popular route, but it’s worth the effort as it offers interesting landscapes. A mountain guide is recommended for this route, which is approximately 15 kilometers long and has a high degree of difficulty. On this route you will come across the town of chã das furnas, a small town located […]

During this walk you’ll pass the Ribeira de Torre, one of the most beautiful streams in Santo Antão. At Ribeira de Torre you can see ancient pine trees, often half hidden in the mist. Together with the sounds of birds, this spot gives a special, mysterious feeling. The walk starts at Fajã da Cima, also […]

This route is easy to access as it is on a road. It is done under rocks and is not recommended in rainy weather. The route is about 8 kilometers long. Along the way, you’ll visit the town of Sinagoga, which is a fishing village, and see the ruins of an old hospital where lepers […]

This is a long walk for the experienced hiker (difficult walk), but it is once again magnificent. You’ll be enchanted by breathtaking views over the valleys. You pass through small authentic villages and really step back in time. There are many agricultural terraces cultivated at high altitudes, with fruit trees such as papaya and sugar […]

You start at pico da Cruz among the bushes of the Eastern Plateau forest, and as you descend you can see the village of Santa Isabel. It’s a small rural town where the majority of the population lives off cattle breeding and agriculture. After passing this village, the descent continues through coffee plantations and small […]

This trail begins in the town of Chã de Igreja, then descends into a small stream and starts climbing a long mountain where a footpath winds between trails until it reaches the top. Along this trail you’ll come across bean plantations and endemic plants. Along the trail is a small village called Mocho. The main […]

This is many people’s favorite walk. Because of the breathtaking views and frequent photo opportunities, you’re probably on the road for a little longer. The hike starts in an ancient crater at an altitude of 1,100 meters. When you emerge from the crater on the other side, you have a sight you’ll never forget: standing […]