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Caldeira das Sete Cidades, Sao Miguel

4.9

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Caldeira das Sete Cidades, an important source of fresh water for the islands, provides a subtropical oasis of green hills, dense forests, and foggy bluffs. Formed by a prehistoric volcanic eruption followed by another in 1445, the area is actually a large volcanic crater. The resulting land offers an array of flora and fauna. Take one of the trails that will lead you up to the top of the crater, where you'll observe numerous lakes, the ocean, and the quaint town within. Work out when and for how long to visit Caldeira das Sete Cidades and other Sete Cidades attractions using our handy Sete Cidades trip planner.

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Caldeira das Sete Cidades Reviews

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• By Amandankrissy

  This attraction is very tourist friendly with lots of English speaking people to get around. I loved the views and could get around with my stroller easily.  more »

• By Matteo R

  The area is perfectly accessible from a touristic point of view. View points, parking, trails etc. almost everywhere.  more »

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• By Peter Bodefjord

  An absolutely stunning place. We participated in a trail run around the crater with a hefty ascent through the jungle up to the rim but the views once you're there is breathtaking (mind you, so was the climb but in another way). Absolutely gorgeous to run along the rim and have the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the crater lake the other. Priceless...

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• By Jay Roy Video

  Amazing views above the clouds. Just have to know how to avoid the crowds.

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