Fábrica da Baleia de Porto Pim

This former factory, built between 1940 and 1942, presents a plant composed of various bodies interrelated, a ramp of hoisting of whales and a courtyard of dismemberment. Be sure to notice the boilers and the huge chimney.

Contacts


Rua Comendador Fernando da Costa
9900-124,Horta

    Characteristics


  • 5.00€
  • Typical houses & Relevant buildings

    opening hours


    Summer

  • monday: 10:00-18:00
  • tuesday: 10:00-18:00
  • wednesday: 10:00-18:00
  • thursday: 10:00-18:00
  • friday: 10:00-18:00


  • Winter

  • monday: 10:00-17:00
  • tuesday: 10:00-17:00
  • wednesday: 10:00-17:00
  • thursday: 10:00-17:00
  • friday: 10:00-17:00

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