Chapel of Our Lady of Peace
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 31 out of 32 hikers
Location: Vila Franca Do Campo (São Miguel)
Best Hikes to Chapel of Our Lady of Peace
- Intermediate
3.7
(7)
16
Chapel of Our Lady of Peace – Senhora da Paz Viewpoint loop from Vila Franca do Campo03:32
11.2km
440m
Intermediate4.0
(2)
7
Igreja de São Pedro – Senhora da Paz Viewpoint loop from Ribeira Chã04:15
14.8km
350m
Expert4.3
(3)
13
View of Lagoa do Fogo – Beautiful path along the Levada loop from Vila Franca do Campo08:06
25.7km
1,000m
Tips
The Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Paz, a Baroque building from the 18th century, stands atop Nossa Senhora da Paz Hill, near Vila Franca do Campo on the island of São Miguel. This pilgrimage site owes its origins to a legend that tells of an apparition of the Virgin Mary. Over the years, the complex has been extensively redesigned – particularly striking is the imposing staircase from 1968. It is decorated with ornate tiles depicting scenes from the Passion Cycle, and its design is reminiscent of the famous staircase of Bom Jesus do Monte.
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Description
Location: Vila Franca Do Campo (São Miguel)
Best Hikes to Chapel of Our Lady of Peace
- Intermediate
3.7
(7)
16
Chapel of Our Lady of Peace – Senhora da Paz Viewpoint loop from Vila Franca do Campo03:32
11.2km
440m
Intermediate4.0
(2)
7
Igreja de São Pedro – Senhora da Paz Viewpoint loop from Ribeira Chã04:15
14.8km
350m
Expert4.3
(3)
13
View of Lagoa do Fogo – Beautiful path along the Levada loop from Vila Franca do Campo08:06
25.7km
1,000m
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