Pico da Cruz, Mountain summit in Santo Antão, Cabo Verde
The Pico da Cruz mountain rises to an elevation of 1,585 meters in the eastern section of Santo Antão island, situated 5 kilometers from Pombas.
The mountain and surrounding region became part of the Cova-Paul-Ribeira da Torre Natural Park, established to protect the local biodiversity and natural features.
The mountain name extends to a nearby village of 138 residents, where small-scale farming practices reflect traditional agricultural methods of the region.
Visitors reach the mountain through unpaved roads from Pombas, with local transportation services offering minibuses and taxis to the base starting points.
From the peak at coordinates 17°06′11″N and 25°01′52″W, observers see both deep valleys and coastal views of Santo Antão island.
Elevation above the sea: 1,585 m
GPS coordinates: 17.10318,-25.03132
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:58
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