Farol da Ponta dos Capelinhos
The Capelinhos lighthouse was completed in 1903, after works that took over nine years. Its primary function was maintained until 1957, when it was the eruption of the volcano. From that date was in ruins. Consists of a rectangular body of two floors (one of which buried) and a central octagonal tower. Their retraining and integration into the interpretation centre of Capelinhos volcano allows, nowadays, the ascent to its central tower from where you have a unique view on the rugged volcanic landscape.
Contacts
Capelo
9900-304,Horta
- tel:292200470292200470
- email: [email protected]
- website: https://parquesnaturais.azores.gov.pt/
- 10.00€
- Private parking
- Lighthouses
- Visitable (no guide), Shop, Bar/snack-bar
Characteristics
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