Ribeira Brava Municipality

Ribeira Brava Municipality is an administrative region on São Nicolau Island in Cape Verde, covering hilly terrain with multiple villages and settlements. The area comprises two civil parishes and features a mix of rural landscapes and smaller populated centers.

This administrative division was created in 2005 when São Nicolau Island was split into separate municipalities. The reorganization reshaped governance across the island and established Ribeira Brava as a key administrative center.

The streets here blend traditional island architecture with modern touches, reflecting how the community has grown over time. People gather in central squares and public spaces, creating a visible sense of connection typical of smaller island towns.

Access to the region is available through Preguiça Airport or by ferry from other islands. Visitors should expect limited local transportation and plan to walk or use local transit options to move around.

The area houses the former Seminário-Liceu building, which originally served as an educational institution and later underwent significant changes in its use. This historic structure stands as a reminder of the island's complex past and its political history.

Location: Barlavento Islands

Capital city: Ribeira Brava

Elevation above the sea: 335 m

Shares border with: Tarrafal de São Nicolau

GPS coordinates: 16.61585,-24.29829

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:46