View of Ponta do Sol – View of Fontainhas loop from Ponta do Sol

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View of Ponta do Sol – View of Fontainhas loop from Ponta do Sol

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View of Ponta do Sol – View of Fontainhas loop from Ponta do Sol

03:54

11.3km

580m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 5, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.33 km

View of Ponta do Sol

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The coastal hiking trail begins with a good climb past the cemetery; once you reach the top you can look back at Ponta do Sol.

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1.64 km

View of Ponta do Sol

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Situated on a peninsula on Santo Antao is the charming town of Ponta do Sol (population approximately 2,100). As the town's name suggests, it enjoys more sunshine here on average …

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1.93 km

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2.36 km

View of Fontainhas

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Very nice view of Fontainhas

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2.54 km

View of Fontainhas

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Great view of Fontainhas with its colorful facades, it is one of the most beautiful mountain villages in Cape Verde.

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5.61 km

Ribeira do Corvo Valley and Terraced Fields

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Beautiful, colorful mountain village with beautifully landscaped terraced fields. A unique photo opportunity.

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6.69 km

View of the Coastal Cliffs Near Ponta do Sol

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preferably from Ponta do Sol

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8.12 km

Fontainhas Mountain Village

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There are small, simple cafés where you can eat and drink something and support the local population.

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8.62 km

Fontainhas

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A good starting point for the easy hike to Ponta do Sol or for resting on the tour to Cruzinha.

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11.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.18 km

4.90 km

969 m

267 m

Surfaces

8.17 km

2.47 km

689 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Thursday 12 November

29°C

20°C

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Comments

December 23, 2025,Wanderung Kapverden Santo Antão 1 - Fontainhas von Ponta do Sol

Yesterday we arrived in Santo Antão by ferry from Santo Vicente. We checked into our accommodation in the Paul Valley and are starting our first hike today in this mountainous but green region.

We bumped along the coast on cobblestone roads to the town of Ponta do Sol. We parked the car there and hiked steeply uphill to the picturesque …

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December 25, 2023,Stunning view – Fountainhas boucle au départ de Ponta do Sol

Beautiful hike on December 25, 2023. Cloudy day which reduced the solar intensity. The hike begins at sea level, with a steep climb for at least 2.5 km. Road passable by a 4x4 vehicle to Fonthainas. Then walking path

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