Two glass walkways suspended 26m above Faial Beach offering sunrise views of the rugged northern coastline and Atlantic
Also known as: Miradouro do Guindaste, Crane Viewpoint
26m
Altitude
drive up
Access
100m
Walk
5m
Elevation gain
Yes
Accessible
When to Visitlowprohibited
Timing & Photography
How to shoot this viewpoint
- Drone use is prohibited at this spot — check local regulations before flying.
Orientation
mixed
Best Time of Day
sunrisemorning
Cloud Inversion
Drone Flying
Typical Crowds
moderate
Location
Viewpoint Map
Photography Kit Notes
Wide angle (14–24 mm) and tripod for the glass walkways. Sunrise over the rugged coastline — arrive before the platform opens to the public for empty foregrounds.