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Miradouro de Jardim da Serra
- country
- leisure
Jardim da Serra
9370, Calheta
A picnic area with tables, chairs, and a barbecue grill, offering a beautiful view of the Jardim do Mar parish, with the ocean in the background.
Miradouro Trigo de Negreiros ou Moledos
- country
- leisure
ER222
9370, Calheta
A lookout point offering a beautiful panoramic view of the ocean and the surrounding region. One of the most beautiful viewpoints in the area, with breathtaking views.
Miradouro da Achada de Santo Antão
- country
- leisure
Achada de Santo Antão
9370, Calheta
A viewpoint offering a beautiful panoramic view of the ocean and surrounding region. A place with breathtaking views, perfect for moments of relaxation.
Museu de Arte Contemporânea da Madeira - MUDAS
- heritage
Estrada Simão Gonçalves Câmara, 37
9370-139, Calheta
A typical rural manor house built in the 16th century, enlarged in the 18th century, and converted into a Cultural Center in the 20th century. Its amphitheater/art gallery hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions, theater and dance performances, film screenings, and art workshops.
Museu do Farol da Ponta do Pargo
- heritage
Rua do Farol
9385, Salão de Baixo
A museum that displays various exhibits related to Madeira's lighthouses, from photographs to documentation. The lighthouse sits on a cliff at Ponta da Vigia, the westernmost point on Madeira Island.
Porto de Recreio da Calheta
- beach
Avenida D. Manuel I
9370, Calheta
A recreational port with space for 300 yachts between 6 and 20 meters, a fuel dock, a small boat slipway, parking, and nautical facilities, including the Calheta Naval Club. A great spot for a relaxing stroll right on the waterfront.
Marginal do Porto de Recreio da Calheta
- heritage
Porto de Recreio da Calheta
9370, Calheta
A spacious and pleasant area with a beautiful garden, excellent restaurants, and lively bars. It's an ideal place for strolling, offering beautiful ocean views.
Caminho Real do Paúl do Mar (PR19)
- country
Caminho Lombo da Rocha
9370, Prazeres
A hiking trail of approximately 1.8 kilometers, starting in Prazeres and ending in Paul do Mar. The descent follows the coast, supported by agricultural stone walls, offering magnificent panoramic views.
Percurso Pedestre da Levada das 25 Fontes (PR6)
- country
Rabaçal
9370, Rabaçal
A 5-kilometer walking trail, which takes 3 to 4 hours, follows Levada do Risco, at an altitude of about 1,000 meters, passing the magnificent Lagoa das 25 Fontes.
Quinta Pedagógica dos Prazeres
- leisure
Rua da Igreja, 3
9370-626, Prazeres
This is a playful and recreational space, with facilities designed by the Lisbon Zoo. This farm is a multifunctional space comprised of four areas: a cultivation area (focusing on alternative crops), a processing area (jams, cakes, and medicinal herbs), an exhibition area (domestic animals from around the world), and a tearoom (teas made from plants grown on the farm).