In September 1957 the Earth began to tremble and, from there, Faial was never the same. For 13 months, between September 27, 1957 and October 24, 1958, a volcanic phenomenon completely transformed this tip of Faial island in three distinct eruptive phases. Panicking, the inhabitants of Capelo and Praia do Norte runned away, or to the nearby islands or to the United States. Today, one can still verify the results of the eruption: fields and houses buried, the Capelinhos Lighthouse completely unusable (now renovated to the Volcano Interpretation Centre) and a rugged landscape, almost lunar.

A reference point on the "island itinerary", Marina da Horta is the most important in the Azores and the fourth most visited marina in the world. Protected to the south by Monte de Guia and to the north by Ponta da Espalamanca, it is in a privileged location against the winds and is an almost obligatory passage for vessels traveling from the Caribbean to the Mediterranean, in the middle of the North Atlantic. A highlight is the colorful paintings that visitors leave on the marina's wall, which turn it into a huge open-air painting gallery. The friendly welcome to these …

Created in 1977 in the former Jesuit College, this museum tells the history of the island and the city of Horta. The exhibition consists of ethnographic objects (by highlighting the laces and handcrafted made from fig tree), nautical, technological objects (linked to the history of communications) and artistic. It also features an exhibition of sacred art in the 16th and 17th centuries, of elements and religious figures gathered in churches and chapels of the island.

Espaço com dois campos de padel e um de ténis.

This space addresses the themes of smuggling and emigration, two social phenomena that have marked the region's recent history. The aim is to remember the clandestine and dangerous life of many men and women from Melgaço.

This trail extends for 4.5 kilometers and allows you to enjoy the best of the rural landscape of Lamas de Mouro.

Tower classified as a National Monument. Inside, it houses an exhibition with the aim of showcasing the architectural and archaeological heritage and the historical evolution of the municipality of Melgaço, from Prehistory to the Contemporary Age.

Solar do Alvarinho's primary objective is to increase the development and dynamism of the rural environment and its traditions, selling typical Melgaço products, such as smoked meat or Alvarinho. Exhibitions are held in this space, and there is also a bar and a shop.

This craft center promotes Melgaço's strong traditions in crafts. Linen weaving, wool weaving (blankets and rugs), agricultural implements and baskets are some of the items that form part of its collection.

The fame of these spas dates back to Roman times, but the first written reference dates back to 1884. Located in upper Minho, it provides rest and the treatment of some illnesses. Its waters of medium mineralization, carbonated, calcium/magnesian bicarbonate and ferruginous, are especially indicated for the treatment of digestive, metabolic-endocrine and rheumatic diseases.