Zona Especial de Conservação da Ponta do Castelo
The site of Community interest of the tip of the castle is also classified as a special area of conservation, comprising an area of 153 hectares on land and 164 acres in sea. Reaches maximum attitude to 310 metres and, at sea, a maximum depth of 30 meters.
Contacts
ER 1-2
9580-228,Vila do Porto
- Protected areas
- car access
Characteristics
Natural Resources near Zona Especial de Conservação da Ponta do Castelo
Barreiro da Faneca e Costa Norte
The North Coast is a protected landscape of regional interest, a huge green stain with the blue of the sky as a backdrop. Also includes the area of Barreiro da…
Cascata da Foz da Ribeira Grande
Large waterfall, surrounded by a landscape of great natural beauty. At the bottom of the waterfall we find a small lake where some ducks. A breathtaking landsc…
Ilhéu de São Lourenço
Along the coast of Santa Maria island there are several islets of considerable dimensions, most notably the Ilhéu de São Lourenço, accessible only by boat.
Pico Alto
This elevation reaches its highest point about 587 metres, having an abundant vegetation resulting from the high rainfall that occurs here. From its top you ca…
Reserva Natural da Baía da Maia
In this Bay, classified as a nature reserve, a unique and pleasant natural swimming pool, lined with cliffs that protect it from wind. A spectacle of outstandi…
