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Furna de Frei Matias – Church of Saint Mary Magdalene loop from Reserva Florestal de Recreio de Santa Luzia

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Santa Luzia

Furna de Frei Matias – Church of Saint Mary Magdalene loop from Reserva Florestal de Recreio de Santa Luzia

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Furna de Frei Matias – Church of Saint Mary Magdalene loop from Reserva Florestal de Recreio de Santa Luzia

04:12

57.1km

1,200m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Área de Paisagem Protegida da Zona Central

Área de Paisagem Protegida da Cultura da Vinha - Zona Oeste

Área de Paisagem Protegida da Cultura da Vinha - Zona Norte

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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10.6 km

Furna de Frei Matias

Highlight • Cave

The Furna de Frei Matias is an approximately 100 m long, freely accessible cave below the Pico. It was created when Lava ran down the slope and left a tunnel. …

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36.7 km

View of Mount Pico

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nothing more, nothing less than the view of the highest mountain in Portugal: Pico Mountain. The site is unique and deserves a stop for contemplation. It is also worth mentioning the presence of ancient vineyards that cover the landscape.

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44.7 km

Church of Santa Maria Madalena

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Very beautiful church built in the 19th century. The Church of Santa Maria Madelna has a very rich facade, with two bell towers and a central clock. Typically Azorean architecture.

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44.8 km

Church of Saint Mary Magdalene

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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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47.0 km

View of Pico Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

You can easily do a nice walk here from Madalena

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48.0 km

View of the sea and Faial Island

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This site is very close to Madalena, and is an alternative to the main road. In addition to being less trafficked, it offers incredible panoramas of the coast and the …

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50.3 km

Northern Cycle Path of the Pico Vineyard Landscape

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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54.9 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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57.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.3 km

8.32 km

7.78 km

1.44 km

298 m

Surfaces

49.3 km

3.60 km

2.42 km

1.41 km

464 m

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Tuesday 20 October

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