Natural wonders on Ilha do Corvo

Ilha do Corvo, the smallest of the Azores, is dominated by the Caldeirão, a massive volcanic crater with a 3.4-kilometer circumference. This collection features the island's primary geological landmarks, including the 718-meter Monte Gordo peak and the interior Lagoa do Cachimbo. The selection includes several miradouros (viewpoints) offering perspectives of the southern coastline, the village of Vila do Corvo, and unique basaltic formations like the Cara do Índio rock profile.

Natural Wonders — Map

A

Caldeirão

Volcanic crater with a 3.4-kilometer circumference and 300-meter depth, featuring a central lake and several small islands.

B

Miradouro Monte Gordo

Elevated viewpoint providing a perspective of the central crater and the island’s northern terrain.

C

Lagoa do Cachimbo

Shallow lake at the bottom of the central crater, containing several small islets.

D

Miradouro Porto da Casa

Overlooks the main harbor and ferry terminal of Vila do Corvo.

E

Monte Gordo

The island's highest point at 718 meters, an extinct volcano that formed the central caldera.

F

Miradouro Cara do Índio

Natural rock formation on the cliffside resembling the profile of a human face.

G

Miradouro Sítio do Portão

Panoramic view of the southern plains, the airport runway, and the village.

H

Miradouro do Morro dos Homens

Situated on the highest rim of the crater, providing views of the interior caldera and the Atlantic Ocean.

I

Miradouro Ponta do Topo

Coastal viewpoint on the southern tip of the island, overlooking the rocky shore.

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