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Portela Windmills

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Location: Porto Santo

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February 22, 2024

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Beautifully preserved but still only for decorative purposes and to illustrate what it once was like

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JakobusPilger

May 25, 2024

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In the past, heavy millstones were moved using the power of the wind alone to drive the mills, for example by grinding grain into flour (grain mills) or pressing oil …

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Mike Fox

August 16, 2025

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A great viewpoint and the old windmills in the background.

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Best routes near Portela Windmills

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Pico do Castelo Viewpoint – Portela Windmills loop from Porto de Abrigo

15.4km

04:36

440m

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

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Pico do Castelo Viewpoint – Pico Branco loop from Porto Santo

21.2km

06:50

890m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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