Furnas Lake – Furnas Caldeiras (Hot Springs) loop from Furnas

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Furnas

Furnas Lake – Furnas Caldeiras (Hot Springs) loop from Furnas

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Furnas Lake – Furnas Caldeiras (Hot Springs) loop from Furnas

01:55

6.86km

130m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 2, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Área de Paisagem Protegida das Furnas

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.35 km

Furnas Lake

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Lagoa das Furnas is one of the main attractions of São Miguel Island. It is a volcanic lagoon surrounded by vegetation and geothermal activity, famous for traditional stews made underground. …

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3.88 km

Cooking with Geothermal Energy

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Here, Cozido (a stew with all sorts of ingredients) is being cooked.

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3.91 km

Furnas Caldeiras (Hot Springs)

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To see everything bubbling and steaming I found totally exciting. The Portuguese also cook stew here. Nearby there is a parking lot (cheap).

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3.96 km

Caldeiras das Furnas, located on São Miguel Island, Azores, is famous for its volcanic manifestations. The fumaroles and thermal springs, combined with the region's unique cuisine, such as Cozido das …

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4.46 km

Hollow Way Ascent in Área de Paisagem Protegida das Furnas

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5.33 km

Forest Trail by Lagoa das Furnas

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I can only recommend the hike around the lake! You pass directly by the hot springs. Can the
See the food preparation process and always have beautiful views of the lake.

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5.40 km

Lush vegetation in Área de Paisagem Protegida das Furnas

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6.78 km

View of the Furnas Caldeiras

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6.86 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.41 km

2.21 km

618 m

372 m

266 m

Surfaces

3.46 km

2.55 km

464 m

298 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Monday 19 October

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April 13, 2024,🇵🇹 Azoren, Sao Miguel: Lagoa das Furnas

Today we were at Lagoa das Furnas, where tourism has been around for a very long time (19th century?). The thermal bath with a large botanical garden is part of every island tour, just like the hot springs on the lake (next to which traditional dishes are cooked in the ground). The place itself is quite typical - narrow streets, …

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