Church of Saint Mary Magdalene – Friar's Mill loop from Reserva Florestal de Recreio de Santa Luzia

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Church of Saint Mary Magdalene – Friar's Mill loop from Reserva Florestal de Recreio de Santa Luzia

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Church of Saint Mary Magdalene – Friar's Mill loop from Reserva Florestal de Recreio de Santa Luzia

03:49

52.7km

740m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 35.2 km for 74 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.5 km

Cella Bar

Highlight • Pub

Award winning design, magnificent views to the other island and really great food.

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13.9 km

Church of Saint Mary Magdalene

Highlight • Religious Site

The Igreja de Santa Maria Madalena church stands above the small natural harbor of Madalena and forms the center of the town. In the immediate vicinity are various restaurants and the ferry port, from which one can translate to Fajal.

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16.8 km

Friar's Mill

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful narrow paths with a view of Faial.

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35.2 km

Gruta das Torres

Highlight • Cave

GRUTTA DAS TORRES
One of the longest lava caves in Portugal. Very:) detailed 11 / 2h tour over 300 m cave. You get a helmet and a flashlight and should …

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36.5 km

Stone Walls and Countryside Views Near Madalena

Highlight • Viewpoint

It's really worth while exploring the beautiful countryside not to far from Madalena together the magnificent view looking across the ocean. However be aware, that it can get ver hilly …

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43.1 km

View of Pico Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

You can easily do a nice walk here from Madalena

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46.4 km

Northern Vineyard Landscape Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

New cycle path that follows the coast parallel to the road. In addition to being a safe alternative to the main road, it is also a very scenic route, with stunning views of the coast and the island.

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51.0 km

Santa Luzia Lava Field

Highlight • Historical Site

Site entirely dedicated to explaining winemaking on Pico Island. The center has an exhibition of high interest for those who are passionate about wine. Highlight is Lajido de SantaLuzia, classified as a World Heritage Site in 2004 by UNESCO.

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52.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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