Friar's Mill – Church of Saint Mary Magdalene loop from Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture

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Friar's Mill – Church of Saint Mary Magdalene loop from Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture

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Friar's Mill – Church of Saint Mary Magdalene loop from Landscape of the Pico Island Vineyard Culture

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30.5km

140m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 26.9 km for 111 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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681 m

Friar's Mill

Highlight • Monument

Beautiful narrow paths with a view of Faial.

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2.44 km

Swimming Spot in Área de Paisagem Protegida da Cultura da Vinha - Zona Oeste

Highlight • Beach

7.80 km

Cella Bar

Highlight • Pub

Award winning design, magnificent views to the other island and really great food.

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8.01 km

Cella Bar and View of Faial Island

Highlight • Pub

One of the greatest places on the island to have a drink and eat

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8.64 km

View of Pico Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

You can easily do a nice walk here from Madalena

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16.7 km

Site entirely dedicated to explaining winemaking on Pico Island. The center has an exhibition of high interest for those who are passionate about wine. Highlight is Lajido de SantaLuzia, classified as a World Heritage Site in 2004 by UNESCO.

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19.4 km

Northern Vineyard Landscape Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

New cycle path that follows the coast parallel to the road. In addition to being a safe alternative to the main road, it is also a very scenic route, with stunning views of the coast and the island.

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26.8 km

Church of Saint Mary Magdalene

Highlight • Religious Site

The Igreja de Santa Maria Madalena church stands above the small natural harbor of Madalena and forms the center of the town. In the immediate vicinity are various restaurants and the ferry port, from which one can translate to Fajal.

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