Explore the best places
Praia Fluvial da Fraga da Pegada
- beach
Albufeira do Azibo
5340-410, Santa Combinha
The Fraga da Pegada river beach emerged with the creation of the artificial Azibo reservoir. After transporting fine sand to the site and building supporting infrastructure such as parking, a bar, restrooms, showers, and telephones, the conditions were created that attract hundreds of Trás-os-Montes residents seeking a beach spot in the heat of summer.
Casa do Careto
- heritage
Rua Central
5340-392, Podence
This is where you'll find a record of the carnival tradition of the village of Podence, associated with the typical Caretos. Costumes, rattles, masks, and all the clothing of these enigmatic figures are on display.
Paisagem Protegida da Albufeira do Azibo
- country
Albufeira do Azibo
5340, Santa Combinha
The Azibo Reservoir, originating from the dam, has a surrounding area of regional scope that is protected for its rich fauna and flora.
Piscinas Municipais da Madalena
- leisure
Rua Alexandre Herculano
9950-301, Madalena
Saltwater pool located right on the seafront, offering good support facilities.
Miradouro de Santa Margarida
- country
- leisure
Rua de Santa Margarida
9950-451, Madalena
From this viewpoint we have privileged views over the town of Terra do Pão, with the blue ocean as a backdrop.
Praia do Pocinho
- beach
Pocinho do Monte
9950-122, Madalena
A small rocky beach made up of black pebbles of volcanic origin, where there is a small soccer field.
Praia da Barca
- beach
Barca
9950, Madalena
A small, very pleasant rocky beach from where you can see Faial.
Praia do Porto da Formosinha
- beach
Porto da Formosinha
9950-364, Madalena
Small bathing area with calm waters, good infrastructure but little traffic.
Museu dos Cachalotes e Lulas
- heritage
Avenida Machado Serpa
9950, Lajes do Pico
A small museum created by Malcolm Clarke in his own garage, where we can learn a little about the sperm whale and its main food source, squid.
Trilho Pedestre Vinhas da Criação Velha (PR5)
- country
Criação Velha
9950-154, Madalena
The trail follows the coastline until it reaches a hill, which should be skirted on the right. Then, at the next intersection, it enters the vineyards and continues to the marked mill, a viewpoint offering panoramic views of the vineyards and the Madalena islets.