Ribeira Quente is a picturesque fishing parish located on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. Nestled on mountain slopes close to sea level, its landscape is characterized by dramatic mountainous terrain, volcanic features, and a coastal environment. This region offers a diverse setting for outdoor pursuits, with lush vegetation, waterfalls, and unique geological formations providing a backdrop for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Ribeira Quente provides…
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4.5
(383)
2,125
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(72)
593
hikers
3.65km
00:57
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(33)
216
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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204
hikers
7.15km
01:57
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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28
riders
87.2km
05:06
1,510m
1,510m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5
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85.8km
05:10
2,230m
2,230m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.9
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63
riders
96.5km
05:26
1,760m
1,760m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
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49
riders
93.7km
05:25
1,750m
1,750m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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3.7
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15
riders
87.9km
06:05
1,510m
1,500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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89.3km
06:52
2,290m
2,290m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.2km
02:34
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
17.6km
01:13
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
23.4km
02:25
910m
910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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23
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30.9km
02:28
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

19
riders
37.5km
04:12
1,270m
1,270m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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61.0km
05:48
1,910m
1,910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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24
runners
7.59km
00:49
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
21.3km
02:50
630m
630m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
runners
9.60km
01:19
360m
360m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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Ribeira Quente offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Mountain biking. The region's landscape, shaped by volcanic features and coastal charm, provides diverse terrain for these sports.
Ribeira Quente is a fishing parish situated on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. It is nestled on mountain slopes close to sea level, offering a blend of mountainous and coastal environments.
The Agrião Hiking Trail is a notable route, offering a roughly 4-hour linear circuit that ascends into the mountains from the Port of Ribeira Quente. Hikers can find more options and details in the Hiking around Ribeira Quente guide.
Yes, Ribeira Quente offers hiking routes suitable for various skill levels. Specific easy options can be found in the Easy hikes around Ribeira Quente guide.
Ribeira Quente features scenic roads suitable for road cycling, particularly the route connecting Furnas to Ribeira Quente. Detailed routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Ribeira Quente guide.
Yes, Ribeira Quente offers options for mountain biking enthusiasts. Information on specific trails can be explored through the MTB Trails around Ribeira Quente guide.
Notable natural features include the Ribeira Quente Waterfall, which is approximately 82 feet (25 meters) high and of thermal origin. The region also features Praia do Fogo, known for its warm seawater due to underwater hydrothermal springs.
Praia do Fogo, or Fire Beach, is known for its warm seawater. This warmth is caused by underwater hydrothermal springs in the bay, providing a comfortable swimming experience.
Outdoor routes in Ribeira Quente are popular on komoot, with more than 35,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The 7 available routes have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Ribeira Quente, covering various sports. These include guides for Hiking, Road Cycling, Running, Touring Cycling, and MTB Trails.
The official Facebook page for the parish is freguesia.ribeiraquente. A contact phone number for the parish is +351296584227.

