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Scenic road in São Miguel surrounded by vegetation, with a volcanic lake in the distance.

3-day São Miguel itinerary: how to explore the island

A 3-day São Miguel itinerary calls for choices, but it still allows you to discover contrasting landscapes and experiences. Between Sete Cidades, Furnas and the north coast, you can combine lakes, gardens, thermal bathing and small towns without trying to...
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Beaches and natural pools in São Miguel

The beaches and natural pools in São Miguel add another dimension to your trip. From dark sandy shores and coves beside small harbours to swimming areas surrounded by volcanic rock, the island offers different ways to spend time by the...
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Natural pools at Mosteiros beside the volcanic coastline of São Miguel and the Atlantic Ocean.
Hiking trail in São Miguel surrounded by lush vegetation and natural scenery.

Hiking trails in São Miguel: the island’s most beautiful routes

Hiking trails in São Miguel reveal landscapes that a drive around the island can only hint at. Walking beside a water channel, through woodland or along the slopes of a volcanic caldera offers different perspectives on the relationship between water,...
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Best viewpoints in São Miguel: the island’s most remarkable views

The best viewpoints in São Miguel reveal very different landscapes within a single trip. At Sete Cidades, they overlook lakes inside a vast volcanic caldera; in Furnas, they show how the lake sits within the surrounding landscape; along the coast,...
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Aerial view of Sete Cidades Lagoon in São Miguel with light mist and soft morning light
Panoramic view of Sete Cidades Lake surrounded by the green slopes of its volcanic crater in São Miguel.

São Miguel lakes: the most beautiful and how to visit them

São Miguel’s lakes offer different ways to discover the island’s volcanic landscape. At Sete Cidades, you can admire the caldera from above before walking beside the water; at Lagoa do Fogo, visibility at altitude plays a major part in the...
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São Miguel road trip: how to explore the island by car

Exploring São Miguel by car is more than a practical choice — it’s a way to experience the island with complete freedom. Scenic roads, unexpected viewpoints and volcanic landscapes that change with every kilometer make a road trip in the...
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Car on a scenic road near Lagoa do Fogo, surrounded by São Miguel's volcanic landscape.