Miradouro Serra do Cume

Miradouro Serra do Cume is a scenic viewpoint on Terceira Island in Portugal offering views across green pastures divided into geometric patterns. The landscape below shows countless small field divisions that create a patchwork effect across the eastern terrain.

The agricultural development of this region traces back to Portuguese settlement of Terceira Island in the 15th century. The field divisions reflect centuries of land-use practices that evolved over generations of farming.

The divided fields visible from this viewpoint show traditional farming methods of the Azores, where stone walls separate plots used for cattle grazing and crop production.

The viewpoint is accessible year-round via a paved road and has a parking area available. Visit on clear days to enjoy unobstructed views across the entire eastern landscape.

On clear days, visitors can see both the Atlantic Ocean and the Ilhéus das Cabras islets from this spot in a single view. This combined perspective reveals both the marine landscape and the island's interior in one moment.

Location: Praia da Vitória (Santa Cruz)

Address: R. Padre Damião 23, 9760 Praia da Vitória, Portugal

GPS coordinates: 38.70946,-27.11240

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44