“One league beyond Ponta Delgada lies S. Vicente, with its substantial lands of laurels, and its domestic animals; many walnut-yielding trees, chestnut, and other types; many grapevines, and much water, and two watermills”. Gaspar Frutuoso, 16th Century The council of São Vicente is situated on the North coast of Madeira island. This is one of […]
Casa da Capelinha is a comfortable apart hotel in Ponta Delgada! Book your accommodation with Madeira Rural and enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Madeira Island!
Beautiful valley covered by Laurisilva forest. Access by the Town. Near the Church, to the left, when you come to a crossroads turn left again, and go all the way up the mentioned place.
After the Town of Seixal, in the direction of Seixal – Porto Moniz, after the first curve on the left, go down the access on your right, which will lead to Seixal Natural Pools. These natural pools are located near Laje Beach. These fantastic natural pools offer crystal clear waters, as well as good […]
The House of Tiles is located in Ladrilho in the civil parish of Ponta Delgada. It has a private civil architecture, popular during the 18th century. This rural house of irregular plan is typical of the landowner-farmer. It has two storeys and tiled roof, with five shops on the ground floor and living […]
São Vicente Caves are situated in São Vicente municipality, in the northern part of Madeira Island. These caves were inaugurated in 1996 and they were the first volcanic caves open to the public in Portugal. It is one of the main tourist attractions in Madeira island. This is a well-known place among local people and […]
Casa da Piedade is a beautiful holiday house in Madeira Island, located in the picturesque valley of São Vicente in the beautiful setting of the Laurel Forest.Book your accommodation with Madeira Rural and enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Madeira Island.
Charming Rural Hotel in Madeira Island! Book your accommodation with Madeira Rural and enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Madeira Island!
The Museum Centre – The Lime Route has several interests, considering natural and cultural heritage values. Placed at Sítio dos Lameiros, Municipality of São Vicente, this centre encloses an area close to 12 000 m2 where, besides its local landscape beauty, we find two limestone quarries, a lime kiln and other constructions used to support […]
To get to São Vicente from Funchal, you have to take the freeway towards Ribeira Brava. After exiting in Ribeira Brava, you have to climb up and continue the route, following the signs. You will pass by Serra de Água, and then there is a tunnel which leads to São Vicente. Exiting in São […]
Boaventura is one of the three parishes of São Vicente. It is situated in the northern part of Madeira Island, between Ponta Delgada and Arco de São Jorge. Boaventura civil parish has mild temperatures, ranging from 13º in Winter and 26º in Summer.This is a must-see-place for many locals and specially ofr tourists, who visit […]
Ponta Delgada is one of the three parishes of São Vicente. It is situated in the northern part of Madeira Island, next to Boaventura civil parish and São Vicente (head of the municipality). Ponta Delgada civil parish belongs to São Vicente municipality ans has an extension of 8,8km2. This charming village has many interesting […]
To get to São Vicente from Funchal, you have to take the freeway towards Ribeira Brava. After exiting in Ribeira Brava, you have to climb up and continue the route, following the signs. You will pass by Serra de Água, and then there is a tunnel which leads to São Vicente. Exiting in São […]
São Vicente is a civil parish situated in the northern coast of Madeira Island. The civil parish owes its name to Saint Vicent, patron saint of this parish.One of the theories believes that around the time Madeira Island was colonized, the first settlers of the northern coast, when coming down via Encumeada, towards the valley […]
To get to São Vicente from Funchal, take the freeway towards Ribeira Brava (Funchal – Ribeira Brava). When you arrive at Ribeira Brava, you must follow the Estrada Regional 101 (regional road), towards the high mountains and São Vicente. You can take the fastest route, through the tunnel or the old road winding up the mountain, […]
São Vicente civil parish is situated in the northern part of Madeira Island. This is one of the three parishes which comprises São Vicente municipality. This beaufiful region has been carefully engraved by the green nature and the abundant forest adjoining it, first carved by volcanic forces, and then by the work carried out by […]
This beautiful waterfall is situated in Seixal, in Porto Moniz municipality. This is one of the most well-known waterfalls in the northern part of Madeira Island.
This beautiful viewing point is situated in the regional road which connects São Vicente municipality to Seixal civil parish. Nearby there is a famous and magnificent waterfall, with the same name of this viewing point.
This bathing complex has a restaurant, a bar, solarium and a promenade. Besides, it also has infra-structures for nautical sports.
