Lagoa das Furnas is one of the main attractions of São Miguel Island. It is a volcanic lagoon surrounded by vegetation and geothermal activity, famous for traditional stews made underground. It also houses the Chapel of Nossa Senhora das Vitórias and the Furnas Monitoring and Research Center (CMIF), dedicated to ecological recovery and environmental education.

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October 8, 2020

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Very beautiful lake well known for its hot springs, Caldeiras. Come and discover the local dish: Cozido das Furnas.

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November 21, 2022

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If you just want to walk around the lake, you should do so in a clockwise direction. Then you also pass the Caldeiras, but you don't have to pay the three euro entrance fee that is due from the direction of Furnas.
If you also visit the waterfall park, the direction doesn't matter, as the three euros are counted towards the entrance fee for the park (€10).

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1. Lagoa das Furnas Trail

9.55km

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Hike the Lagoa das Furnas Trail, a 5.9-mile circular route around Furnas Lake, featuring geothermal activity and lush scenery.

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2. Furnas Caldeiras (Hot Springs) – Furnas Lake loop from Área de Paisagem Protegida das Furnas

7.93km

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Furnas Caldeiras (Hot Springs) – Furnas Lake loop from Furnas

10.3km

03:12

340m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1. Lagoa das Furnas Trail

2. Furnas Caldeiras (Hot Springs) – Furnas Lake loop from Área de Paisagem Protegida das Furnas

3. Furnas Caldeiras (Hot Springs) – Furnas Lake loop from Furnas

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