Western tip of Madeira featuring Portugal's highest lighthouse focal plane at 312m, dramatic sunset spot over 300m-high cliffs
Also known as: Miradouro do Farol da Ponta do Pargo, Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse Viewpoint
312m
Altitude
drive up
Access
100m
Walk
10m
Elevation gain
Yes
Accessible
When to Visitlowallowed
Timing & Photography
Orientation
mixed
Best Time of Day
afternoonsunset
Cloud Inversion
Drone Flying
Typical Crowds
moderate
Location
Viewpoint Map
Photography Kit Notes
Wide angle (14–24 mm) for the 300 m cliff drop. Telephoto (70–200 mm) for the lighthouse silhouette. Drone allowed (rare on this coast) — but check current rules. Sunset spot.