Calheta

Igreja Matriz da Calheta / Igreja do Espírito Santo

Calheta

Manueline and Mannerist church with a longitudinal plan, built in the late 15th century and expanded and remodeled in the 17th century. Inside, highlights include the Renaissance holy water font and the ebony tabernacle.

Capela de Nossa Senhora do Loreto

Calheta

A revivalist and Manueline church with a longitudinal plan and a single nave, featuring a Renaissance holy water font. It was built in the 16th century and underwent renovations in the 20th century.

Miradouro da Achada de Santo Antão

Calheta

A viewpoint offering a beautiful panoramic view of the ocean and surrounding region. A place with breathtaking views, perfect for moments of relaxation.

Caminho Real do Paúl do Mar (PR19)

Calheta

A hiking trail of approximately 1.8 kilometers, starting in Prazeres and ending in Paul do Mar. The descent follows the coast, supported by agricultural stone walls, offering magnificent panoramic views.

Praia da Piedade/ Praia de Jardim do Mar

Calheta

A beach without any type of infrastructure, it nevertheless boasts a calm and natural beauty that attracts mainly surfers and divers.

Miradouro de Jardim da Serra

Calheta

A picnic area with tables, chairs, and a barbecue grill, offering a beautiful view of the Jardim do Mar parish, with the ocean in the background.

Quinta Pedagógica dos Prazeres

Calheta

This is a playful and recreational space, with facilities designed by the Lisbon Zoo. This farm is a multifunctional space comprised of four areas: a cultivation area (focusing on alternative crops), a processing area (jams, cakes, and medicinal herbs), an …

Percurso Pedestre da Levada das 25 Fontes (PR6)

Calheta

A 5-kilometer walking trail, which takes 3 to 4 hours, follows Levada do Risco, at an altitude of about 1,000 meters, passing the magnificent Lagoa das 25 Fontes.

Marginal do Porto de Recreio da Calheta

Calheta

A spacious and pleasant area with a beautiful garden, excellent restaurants, and lively bars. It's an ideal place for strolling, offering beautiful ocean views.

Miradouro Trigo de Negreiros ou Moledos

Calheta

A lookout point offering a beautiful panoramic view of the ocean and the surrounding region. One of the most beautiful viewpoints in the area, with breathtaking views.

Museu do Farol da Ponta do Pargo

Calheta

A museum that displays various exhibits related to Madeira's lighthouses, from photographs to documentation. The lighthouse sits on a cliff at Ponta da Vigia, the westernmost point on Madeira Island.

Miradouro do Ledo

Calheta

A viewpoint offering a beautiful panoramic view over the town of Ledo, with the ocean as a backdrop.