Ponta da Ferraria Natural Thermal Pools

Definitely one of the highlights on Sao Miguel is the natural swimming pool at "Ponta Da Ferraria": At low tide, the water is comfortably heated by a thermal spring, natural waves come from the Atlantic - all in all, a top-class thermal wave pool. The pool is accessed via ladders, there are ropes in the pool to hold on to. Bathing shoes are recommended due to the rocky bottom (in the pool and on the way). Changing rooms and showers are available.

A crazy swimming spot on Sao Miguel that's a must-visit. You can drive to one of the two parking lots above (the path is very steep!) or directly next to the old spa (the drive is very steep).The swimming spot offers an exciting mix of cool Atlantic water, which is pushed into the narrow bay by every wave, and the hot water of the thermal spring that pours into this bay.Caution: When the tide is in, the force of the waves pushing in should not be underestimated. Special care should be taken with children who are not (yet) able to assess these dangers.Important: Wear shoes until entering the natural pool. The lava rocks are sharp and will hurt without shoes.

Great opportunity to go swimming. If the swell is not too high, you will notice the warmer water. Changing rooms, toilets available. There are also enough parking spaces.