Pico

Vulkane auf Pico

Volcanic Peaks of Pico

Pico Island contains some of the most dramatic volcanic landscapes in the Azores, centered around the towering Mount Pico, Portugal's highest point at 2,351 meters. This collection highlights the island's diverse geological formations, from the historical lava fields of Cabeços do Mistério to the series of scoria cones and craters that form the central volcanic ridge. These sites illustrate the island's basaltic volcanism and complex tectonic history within the Macaronesian region.

Volcanic Peaks of Pico — Karte

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Mount Pico

Mount Pico is a currently dormant stratovolcano located on Pico Island, in the mid-Atlantic archipelago of the Azores.

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List of volcanoes in Portugal

Although there are no active volcanoes in the continental territory of Portugal, apart from geological remnants of ancient volcanism, the…

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Cabeços do Fogo

A series of volcanic cones on the central ridge featuring dense endemic vegetation and protected status as a nature reserve.

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Aguada

Volcanic peak located on the southern slopes of Pico Island.

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Bravo

A volcanic peak situated in the western region of the island.

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Corre Agua

Volcanic cone located on the island's central plateau.

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Cabeco de Macela

Volcanic cone within the central volcanic complex offering views over the northern coastline.