On the island of São Miguel, discover one of the viewpoints with a stunning landscape over the magical Lagoa das Furnas: the Pico do Ferro Viewpoint.
The Pico de Ferro Viewpoint, located in the parish of Furnas, in the municipality of Povoação, offers a unique vision over the Furnas caldera and its lagoon, as well as allowing you to immerse yourself in the lush green vegetation that characterizes the region.
This viewpoint is located at an altitude of approximately 570 meters and is located in Pico do Ferro. The viewpoint, accessible by road, is a few minutes drive from the village of Furnas, one of the most emblematic places on the island, known for its natural hot springs and the famous “cozido das Furnas”, a traditional dish cooked underground with the geothermal heat. The viewpoint is fully accessible for people with reduced mobility and has a parking lot.
The main attraction of Miradouro do Pico do Ferro is, without a doubt, its amazing setting over Lagoa das Furnas, one of the most iconic and unmissable spots on the island of São Miguel. The natural setting is impressive: from the viewpoint, you can see the lagoon with calm, greenish waters, surrounded by lush vegetation. The contrast between the intense green of the vegetation, the waters of the lagoon and the blue sky creates a color palette that will impress any visitor.
From the viewpoint you can also enjoy a panoramic setting over the Furnas Valley, Caldeiras das Furnas/Fumarolas Fields, green slopes of the surrounding mountainous area, the surrounding village, the Atlantic Ocean and the island of Santa Maria, only possible on days with good weather conditio
After admiring the fantastic view from the Miradouro, take the opportunity to explore Lagoa das Furnas. This is one of the ex-libris of the Azores archipelago, and is therefore one of the mandatory places to visit on the island of São Miguel. Lagoa das Furnas is located in an old volcanic crater and covers a large part of the caldera of the Furnas Volcano. With green waters and an environment surrounded by lush vegetation, the lagoon is a reflection of the region’s intense geothermal activity, being fed by hot springs and fumaroles that dot the landscape.
