Sao Roque do Pico

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Azores Juniper tree Lagoa do Capitao against Clouds near Mount Pico, Sao Roque do Pico, Pico Island, Azores, Portugal
Coast of Pico island, Azores
Sunset view of Sao Roque do Pico town in Portugal
Portugal's highest mountain! Mt. Pico in Azores Islandsl! Pico Island was my last day in the Azores and it was my only day there. A great way to end my March 2019 trip. This majestic volcano is 2,351 m (7,713 ft) above sea level, and is one of the highest Atlantic mountains; it is more than twice the elevation of any other peak in the Azores. And there are breathtaking views from all across the small volcanic island. I got many good shots of it, including this one. I took a tour around some parts of the island, before flying out of the Azores that day. It was a really great way to end this trip! And this being one of the best spots to see the volcano. It's an idyllic lake view! There was even some birds in the water :). Also, Pico doesn't have nearly as many tourists as the main Azores island. Which makes this all the more peaceful. And in the tradition of the Portuguese poet, Raul Brandão, Pico is referred to as the Ilha Preta ("Black Island"), for its black volcanic earth, responsible for its UNESCO-designated historical vineyards that allowed the development of the island. If anyone goes to the Azores I really recommend a stay on Pico!
An impromptu road trip around Pico is a wonderful way to explore the island. While cutting across the center of the island along Route 2-2 (EN2), we stopped at Miradouro Corre Água and met this lovely lady. She was quite a mystery. What we like to think, is that she was carved out of basalt lava rock long ago, and her magical spirit looks out for the cows in the pastures below. #InStone #VolcanicRock #Mystery #PicoIsland #Azores
Pico Dreams - Sportfish

Pico Dreams - Sportfish

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Rua do Laranjal, 9 A Sao Roque do Pico
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Sara Village

Sara Village

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Estrada Regional Nº1 Nº20 Sao Roque do Pico Azorea
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A Casa do Ouvidor

A Casa do Ouvidor

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Estrada Regional, 22 Sao Roque do Pico
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A Casa do Ouvidor

A Casa do Ouvidor

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Estrada Regional, 22 Sao Roque do Pico
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Refúgio da Montanha

Refúgio da Montanha

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Rua do Lajido de Baixo Sao Roque do Pico Açores
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Aldeia das Adegas

Aldeia das Adegas

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Rua das Adegas 3A Sao Roque do Pico
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Popular places to visit

Sao Roque Church

After visiting Sao Roque Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sao Roque do Pico. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Sao Roque Church

Convent of Sao Roque do Pico

You can find out about the history of Cais do Pico with a visit to Convent of Sao Roque do Pico. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Convent of Sao Roque do Pico

A Buraca Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at A Buraca Winery during your travels to Santo António.

A Buraca Winery

Things to do

The vineyard corrals on Pico island

500 years of vines and 300,000 years of island, an infinite story

$128
per adult
500 years of vines and 300,000 years of island, an infinite story
Banana Plantation

Private full day Faial, life on the island

$128
per adult
Private full day Faial, life on the island
From Madalena: Pico Volcanoes and Lakes Guided Day Tour

From Madalena: Pico Volcanoes and Lakes Guided Day Tour

$105
per adult
From Madalena: Pico Volcanoes and Lakes Guided Day Tour
Full Day Wine & Food Tour - Pico Island

Full Day Wine & Food Tour - Pico Island

$209
per adult
Full Day Wine & Food Tour - Pico Island
Pico Island wine culture - Private tour

Pico Island wine culture - Private tour (+ optional wine tasting)

$238
per adult
Pico Island wine culture - Private tour (+ optional wine tasting)
The Crater and Piquinho Peak - 2351meters

Pico Mountain: Climb the Highest Point of Portugal 2351m

$87
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Pico Mountain: Climb the Highest Point of Portugal 2351m
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If you are traveling to the Açores (Azores), I highly recommend a stop on Pico Island. The unique landscape of volcanic rock, historical vineyards, and Mount Pico jutting out of the center of the island are breathtaking. You can stay on the island, or if you prefer, you can stay in Horta on Faial Island and take the ferry across for the day. Here, we captured the pinks of the sunset reflecting on Mount Pico as we pulled out of the ferry station in Madalena, headed back to Horta. #InStone #VolcanicRock #MountPico #Azores

Madalena

Panoramic view of Fishing village Lajes do Pico with Volcano Mount Pico in background in morning light, Pico Island - Azores

Lajes do Pico

This is a photo of the Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyards UNESCO World Heritage site. Here and in a few other areas of the island, you’ll see the land divided up into small rectangular plots by piles of black basalt (volcanic rock formed by lava), a centuries-old practice. These walls protect the vines from the strong ocean winds and salt water spray as well as warm the grapes. Vineyards literally #InStone . #volcanic #PicoIsland #Azores #historicvineyards

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