Seven Arches Bridge – Farol da Ponta do Arnel loop from Nordeste

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Seven Arches Bridge – Farol da Ponta do Arnel loop from Nordeste

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Seven Arches Bridge – Farol da Ponta do Arnel loop from Nordeste

02:20

6.83km

350m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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210 m

Seven Arches Bridge

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Nordeste also has the most beautiful bridge in the archipelago, the "Ponte de Sete Arcos" - the bridge of the seven arches. A little bit hidden beneath it, a small botanical garden invites you to take a stroll.

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287 m

Parish Church of Saint George in Nordeste

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Beautiful church right in the center of Nordeste.

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422 m

Historic Center of Nordeste

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In the north of São Miguel, somewhat isolated and sometimes also referred to as the 10th island, lies the beautiful little town of Nordeste. It is said to be the most flowery city in the Azores.

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1.47 km

View of the Farol do Arnel

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This viewpoint offers a wide view over the north coast of the island of Sao Miguel and over the lighthouse Ponta do Arnel, which is located on the headland of Arnel.

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2.08 km

Farol da Ponta do Arnel

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The Farol da Ponta do Arnel is a lighthouse in the east of the Azores island of São Miguel. It stands in the municipality of Nordeste on a rocky outcrop …

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2.25 km

Nordeste Fishing Port

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The small fishing port of Porto Pesquiero in Nordeste is connected to the main road up on the cliff by a tarred and concrete road with a 35% incline. Driving on the street with tourist cars is not allowed.

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2.51 km

Waterfall at Arnel Lighthouse

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2.91 km

Steep descent to Farol do Arnel and harbor

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The tarred and concrete road to the “Farol Ponta do Arnel” lighthouse and on to the small fishing port from Nordeste is unusually steep with a 35% incline. Driving on …

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6.83 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.87 km

2.63 km

746 m

590 m

Surfaces

2.83 km

1.98 km

1.71 km

322 m

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Comments

April 4, 2025,🇵🇹 Nordeste: Zum Farol dol Arnel

The walk to the lighthouse is a must if you're in Nordeste. The incline is truly brutal—with a low-powered rental car, the clutch would be at high risk. 😉
We hiked back above the coastal road, which wasn't so great (paved). But some beautiful views made up for it.

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