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Levada Trail of Faial – View of Caldeira do Faial loop from Capelo

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Levada Trail of Faial – View of Caldeira do Faial loop from Capelo

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236

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Levada Trail of Faial – View of Caldeira do Faial loop from Capelo

08:20

26.3km

1,030m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Reserva Natural da Caldeira do Faial

Área de Paisagem Protegida da Zona Central

Área Protegida para a Gestão de Habitats ou Espécies do Cabeço do Fogo

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.38 km

Cabeço do Fogo Summit

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The last ascent goes very steeply between wooden railings. Once at the top, you have a beautiful view of the island west. Partly blowing a strong wind.

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5.68 km

Cave Entrance

6.13 km

Varied hike! The route is partly scree, steep and at Cabego do Fogo with heavy winds. I definitely recommend ankle-high hiking boots with good tread, sure-footedness, enough to drink and a windproof jacket.

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7.79 km

Wooden Bridge Along the Levada in Área de Paisagem Protegida da Zona Central

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Beautifully designed bridge along the levada

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10.6 km

Alto do Brejo Viewpoint

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From all sides you have beautiful views of the Caldeira

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11.6 km

View of Caldeira do Faial

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At the rim of the crater you have a great view on both sides.

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13.0 km

View of the Faial Caldera

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13.3 km

View of the Caldeira do Faial Crater Lake

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A view of the Krstersee.

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14.5 km

View of Caldeira do Faial

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Around the Caldeira you have wonderful views into the crater

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26.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.7 km

10.6 km

4.27 km

641 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.33 km

6.81 km

6.37 km

3.90 km

415 m

400 m

Elevation

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Comments

June 12, 2024,Caldeira do Faial Abstieg zum Laveda Trail und wieder zum Krater

The descent to part of the Laveda Trail and the ascent back to the crater is boring and exhausting. It is better to complete the crater circuit.

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