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Capela de Nossa Senhora do Loreto
- heritage
Arco da Calheta
9370, Arco da 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 do Ledo
- country
- leisure
Rua Dr. Rocha de Gouveia, 129
9370, Calheta
A viewpoint offering a beautiful panoramic view over the town of Ledo, with the ocean as a backdrop.
Miradouro de Jardim da Serra
- country
- leisure
Jardim da Serra
9370, 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.
Miradouro Trigo de Negreiros ou Moledos
- country
- leisure
ER222
9370, 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.
Miradouro da Achada de Santo Antão
- country
- leisure
Achada de Santo Antão
9370, Calheta
A viewpoint offering a beautiful panoramic view of the ocean and surrounding region. A place with breathtaking views, perfect for moments of relaxation.
Museu de Arte Contemporânea da Madeira - MUDAS
- heritage
Estrada Simão Gonçalves Câmara, 37
9370-139, Calheta
A typical rural manor house built in the 16th century, enlarged in the 18th century, and converted into a Cultural Center in the 20th century. Its amphitheater/art gallery hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions, theater and dance performances, film screenings, and art workshops.
Museu do Farol da Ponta do Pargo
- heritage
Rua do Farol
9385, Salão de Baixo
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.
Porto de Recreio da Calheta
- beach
Avenida D. Manuel I
9370, Calheta
A recreational port with space for 300 yachts between 6 and 20 meters, a fuel dock, a small boat slipway, parking, and nautical facilities, including the Calheta Naval Club. A great spot for a relaxing stroll right on the waterfront.
Marginal do Porto de Recreio da Calheta
- heritage
Porto de Recreio da Calheta
9370, 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.
Caminho Real do Paúl do Mar (PR19)
- country
Caminho Lombo da Rocha
9370, Prazeres
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.