Miradouro da Cruz
About
Found on Flores (Azores), Miradouro da Cruz stands along ER2-2, Portugal, on one of the westernmost islands of the archipelago.
Reaching it from the island's main settlements means a drive along the ER2-2, with Santa Cruz das Flores, Lajes das Flores, Fajã Grande, Fajãzinha and Caveira all lying within the island's road network. The viewpoint sits on Flores rather than on any neighbouring island, so it is reached by road rather than by sea. It is known for the outlook it commands over the surrounding landscape. A 4.7 out of 5 rating from 33 reviews reflects how visitors regard the stop.
The islands lie in the path of Atlantic weather systems, so showers and wind can arrive quickly at any time of year. Summer is the driest and warmest season, and the sea is warm enough for swimming from June to September. Ferries link islands within the same group, and Porto Santo is reached by ferry or short flight from Madeira.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miradouro da Cruz known for?
Miradouro da Cruz is a viewpoint on Flores where visitors go for the outlook over the island and its surroundings. Summer is the driest and warmest season here, and the sea is warm enough for swimming from June to September.
What kind of business is Miradouro da Cruz?
Miradouro da Cruz is a viewpoint on Flores in the Azores. Settled by the Portuguese from the fifteenth century, the islands became stopping points on Atlantic shipping routes, and a viewpoint such as this one fits naturally into that maritime landscape.
What should first-time visitors expect at Miradouro da Cruz?
First-time visitors to Miradouro da Cruz should expect a viewpoint on Flores in the Azores, with weather that can shift quickly because the islands lie in the path of Atlantic weather systems. The driest and warmest conditions tend to fall in summer, when the sea is also warm enough for swimming from June to September.
Where is Miradouro da Cruz located on Flores?
Miradouro da Cruz sits at ER2-2 on Flores, which is part of the Azores in Portugal. The island lies in the path of Atlantic weather systems, so showers and wind can arrive quickly at any time of year.
How do visitors rate Miradouro da Cruz?
Miradouro da Cruz holds a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 33 reviews. It is a viewpoint on Flores, in the Azores, and ferries link islands within the same group.
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