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Miradouro do Pico Ruivo
- country
- leisure
Estrada do Pico das Pedras
9230-156, São Jorge
Viewpoint located at the highest point of the Madeiran archipelago, at 1861 meters above sea level, and the 3rd highest in Portugal. Being a very rocky environment, flora species such as ferns, mosses and lichens persist, while the fauna that can be seen includes the Blackbird, the Madeira Chaffinch, the Madeiracrest, the Common Linnet and the Red-legged Partridge. The peak is accessible by road from Santana, or by a pedestrian route that starts from Pico do Arieiro. During the summer months, there is an inn that operates just below the mountain's summit.
Museu do Vinho e da Vinha da Madeira
- heritage
EN101 - Sítio da Lagoa
9230-019, Santana
Opened in 2005, this museum is located in an old restored cellar where relics of viticulture donated by the population are on display. You can observe the wines, mills and instruments used over the decades to produce wine. You also have the possibility to taste and purchase a variety of table and liqueur wines.
Teleférico da Rocha do Navio
- heritage
Sítio da Parlatório
9230-105, Santana
Built in 1997 with the aim of facilitating farmers' access to their banana plantations and vineyards, it soon became a tourist attraction. It is privileged access to Fajã da Rocha do Navio and the Sítio da Rocha do Navio Natural Reserve, providing stunning views.
Parque Florestal Pico das Pedras
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- leisure
Caminho do Pico das Pedras
9230-108, Santana
In this park located at an altitude of 900 meters, you can observe the flora and fauna of the forest originating in Madeira, the Laurissilva Forest, as well as trees from the temperate regions of Europe, Asia and America. In addition to a picnic area and a parking lot, there is the Queimadas shelter house, which maintains the original characteristics of the typical Santana houses with their thatched roofs. It is halfway to Pico Ruivo, the highest point on the island.
Roseiral da Quinta do Arco
- leisure
Quinta do Arco - Sítio da Lagoa
9230-018, Arco de São Jorge
Large gardens located in the Quinta do Arco country house, where one of the largest collections of rose bushes in Portugal is on display, with around a thousand different species, including some rare species and others on the verge of extinction, including plants endemic to the Macaronesia region and some species from the Madeira Archipelago itself. The Quinta offers special programs with accommodation and meals.
Parque de Merendas de Arrendado
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- leisure
Arrendado
9230, Santana
A pleasant location with an agreeable belvedere with lovely views and tables and benches for picnics.
Igreja Matriz de São Jorge
- heritage
Rua Cardeal Dom Teodósio de Almeida
9230, São Jorge
A baroque church of the 17th century, composed of a sole nave and a lower and narrower main chapel, with a bell tower and a sacristy.
Capela de São Pedro
- heritage
Rua de São Pedro
9230, Parrobo
Small chapel, dated from the XVII century, with sober lines and mannerist portal and façade. It is surrounded by very peculiar and picturesque scenery.
Fonte de Santa Ana
- heritage
Rua Santa Ana
9230, Santana
A small fountain with several faucets and a small structure on the top. It is located by the Parish House.