Land of the delicious wines, Madalena is distinguished by its natural beauty, cultural wealth and landscape uniqueness. The vineyards of Madalena are protected by UNESCO due to their singularity. They create a landscape unique in the world and you will want to know more about them.
Madalena in Pico Island is the wine capital of the Azores. There, you can visit the wine museum created in 1999 to learn more about this tasty beverage. Tasting some of the wines is a must.
The vineyards by the ocean provide this singular taste reminding of the salty breeze of the ocean. The fact that they are planted in volcanic soil is also a factor in the final result. This wine is not equalized anywhere else in the world.
The construction of Porto da Madalena was a determining factor for the island’s economic growth.
Apart from the traditional architecture, you will find many urban artist designs in Madalena village.
Discover geological formations, wine cellars, lush vegetation and beautiful views over the North coast.
You will see several interesting elements from the wine culture, specific to the Azores.
Filled with unique green vineyards between lava walls, the trail of Criação Velha in Madalena is not to be missed. The beauty of the landscape is very special, something you cannot see anywhere else in the world. There is a beautiful natural pool between lava rocks to cool down after the walk.
The volcanic landscape used for wine production is so singular that it is part of UNESCO’s heritage since 2004. Locals are proud of their unrepeatable wine and vineyards.
Cella Bar is also a unique place located by the coast near Madalena. What makes it so special is its unconventional architecture. It won several prizes thanks to its particular beauty. A wonderful view of the islets of Madalena and Faial island can be observed from there.
Also in Madalena county, you can go to the mountain house, at 1,230m above sea level to learn more about the highest mountain of Portugal, named like the island: Pico. From there, for the brave ones, you can start the climb to the top of Pico mountain, up to 2,351m high. It is a unique experience to be done with a guide.
This is a bar of unique architecture, elected building of the year 2016. There, you can have a taste of good local food and drinks and share great moments with your friends, family or partner.
Criação Velha is a special place part of Pico Vineyards Landscape. In 2019, it won the award of “Best Development of a Cultural Landscape of European Relevance” distinguished by the European Garden Award. Ideal to discover on a hike.
If you ever wanted to try some speleology, Gruta das Torres is a great place to start! It is the longest lava tube in the country and there are some really interesting geological formations to explore.
Have you heard of the geosites of Madalena islets? Volcanic activity gave rise to a standing and a lying islet. Those two islets that are the result of geological formations of a volcanic cone as well as the waves shaping it.
Madalena is a municipality limited to the east by the municipalities of São Roque and Lajes do Pico. It is geographically well located on the island of Pico, right in front of the city of Horta, on the island of Faial.
As the highest point of the entire country, Pico Mountain is a must visit. From the top or from the mountain house at about 1,200m of altitude, the volcano offers great views over the island.
Taste the famous local wines at the Wine Museum. There, in addition to learn more about the Azorean beverage, you can also enjoy a nice walk surrounded by beautiful dragon trees.
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