Achada de Santo Antão | Viewpoint | Arco da Calheta
Briefly
The Achada de Santo Antão Viewpoint is located at the top of a massive cliff in Arco da Calheta. Its elevated position offers a broad and spectacular view over the coastline of Calheta and the village of Madalena do Mar, showing the perfect harmony between the ocean and the green slopes.
Basic Information
Location: Miradouro da Achada de Santo Antão
Access: Fully accessible by car via local roads.
Time: 10–15 minutes
Difficulty: Very Easy
Parking: Street parking near the church/viewpoint
Best season: All year round
How to Get There
Located in the upper part of Arco da Calheta. From the main regional road, follow signs for “Achada de Santo Antão” until you reach the small chapel and the viewpoint terrace.
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Important to Know
- Paragliding: This is a famous take-off spot for paragliders who land on the beach at Madalena do Mar.
- Agriculture: From here, you can see the dense banana plantations that are typical of this warm southern microclimate.
- Sunset: Excellent spot for a quiet sunset away from the main tourist beaches.
Similar Viewpoints
- Piarro Viewpoint: Located higher up for an aerial view of the Calheta marina.
- Sobranceiro Viewpoint: For a similar “high-cliff” view of Ponta do Sol.
- Cabo Girão: If you want to see the highest sea cliff on the same coastline.
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