View of Tarrafal – Ponta Preta Lighthouse loop from Tarrafal

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View of Tarrafal – Ponta Preta Lighthouse loop from Tarrafal

Moderate

3.6

(45)

108

hikers

View of Tarrafal – Ponta Preta Lighthouse loop from Tarrafal

04:36

14.4km

550m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

357 m

Mercado Municipal Velho

Highlight • Structure

You can occasionally buy handicrafts here, but events also take place.

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876 m

Kabungo Beach Bar

Highlight • Cafe

A wonderful place to relax and enjoy a snack and a drink 🍹🍹🍕

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1.37 km

Beautiful Bay

Highlight • Beach

1.56 km

View of Tarrafal

Highlight • Viewpoint

Panoramic view of the city of Tarrafal. From the hiking trail that leads to the lighthouse.

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2.19 km

View of Tarrafal

Highlight • Viewpoint

This hiking trail leads along the foot of Monte Graciosa to the lighthouse, from where you have several beautiful views back to Tarrafal.

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4.03 km

Farol de Tarrafal

Highlight • Monument

Nice small bassin to bath.

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4.04 km

Ponta Preta Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

We were very lucky to see whales at the lighthouse...amazing!

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4.66 km

Plateau

Highlight • Viewpoint

14.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.52 km

3.25 km

1.28 km

212 m

163 m

Surfaces

12.7 km

1.56 km

154 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Today

Sunday 25 October

29°C

23°C

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Comments

March 18, 2024,Randonnée

Be careful at kilometer 9.19, do not turn right at the white and green markings, continue straight on because the path is difficult or even dangerous.

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