Historic whale-sighting station with panoramic view spanning from Arco de Sao Jorge to Porto Moniz, potentially visible Porto Santo on clear days
520m
Altitude
drive up
Access
When to Visit
Timing & Photography
How to shoot this viewpoint
- Face west for the main view.
- Late afternoon sun lights the cliffs — best for sunset and golden hour.
Orientation
west
Best Time of Day
afternoon
Location
Viewpoint Map
Photography Kit Notes
24–70 mm and a 70–200 mm. Sun sets over the ocean — wide for context, telephoto for compressed cliff layers. Roadside parking; arrive 45 min before sunset.