Travel Guide Pico Dos Barcelos

Don't neglect a short stop at Pico dos Barcelos (355 meters high), on the road to Curral das Freiras. If you have a car, take advantage of it, otherwise you can always catch a bus (the 9, for example) to - or from - the center. On the west side of the city, this lookout offers a beautiful view of the bay of Funchal. It is an excellent way to see the unique topography of the capital at a glance. On the other hand, it is better to come in the late afternoon, when the sun is a little less dazzling. On a clear day, you can even see the silhouettes of the Desertas Islands. Without doubt one of the most beautiful views of the capital