Boa Morte | Viewpoint | Ponta do Pargo
Briefly
The Boa Morte Viewpoint offers remarkable and raw views over the west coast of Madeira. It is situated in a tranquil area, providing a stunning scenery of the ocean and the vertical cliffs that have not been touched by mass tourism.
Basic Information
Location: Miradouro da Boa Morte
Access: Accessible by car via rural roads.
Time: 10–15 minutes
Difficulty: Very Easy
Parking: Roadside space near the chapel
Best season: All year round
How to Get There
Located in the northern part of Ponta do Pargo. Follow the signs for the “Capela da Nossa Senhora da Boa Morte.”
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Important to Know
- Serenity: The name “Boa Morte” (Good Death) refers to the nearby chapel; the viewpoint itself is one of the most silent and peaceful on the island.
- The Cliffs: Offers a magnificent view toward the north-west, where you can see the jagged edges of the island meeting the Atlantic.
- Unspoiled: There are zero shops or commercial facilities here, just raw nature and the sound of the ocean.
Similar Viewpoints
- Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse: For the main tourist landmark nearby.
- Achadas da Cruz Viewpoint: For a view further north along the coast.
- Vigia Viewpoint (São Jorge): For another historic coastal lookout on the north side.
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