Santinha | Viewpoint | Porto Moniz
Briefly
Located near Estrada Regional 101, the Santinha Viewpoint offers a different view of the town of Porto Moniz, its famous natural pools, and the Ilhéu Mole. It is the perfect spot to capture the entire layout of the town against the backdrop of the Atlantic.
Basic Information
Location: Miradouro da Santinha
Access: Directly on the roadside.
Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Very Easy
Parking: Small roadside pocket
Best season: All year round
How to Get There
Located on the winding ER101 road as it descends from Santa toward Porto Moniz. It is marked by a small religious shrine with a statue.
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Important to Know
- Postcard View: This is the most popular spot for the classic “bird’s eye” photo of Porto Moniz and its pools.
- Natural Pools: You can clearly see the waves crashing over the volcanic walls of the swimming areas from here.
- The Shrine: The name “Santinha” refers to the local saint’s altar located right at the viewpoint.
Similar Viewpoints
- Miradouro do Pico: Located higher up the same road for a wider perspective.
- Miradouro do Teleférico (Achadas da Cruz): For a view of another coastal settlement at the base of cliffs.
- Miradouro do Véu da Noiva: For another iconic “cliff and ocean” north coast view.
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