São Jorge Island

Volcanoes in São Jorge Island

Volcanoes of São Jorge

São Jorge Island is defined by its dramatic volcanic ridge, a series of over 200 scoria cones stretching along its central spine. This list highlights key geological features like the Bocas de Fogo, site of the destructive 1808 eruption that impacted Urzelina. These peaks and fissure systems, including the Manadas complex, showcase the island's basaltic history and provide vantage points over the coastal fajãs created by ancient lava flows.

Volcanoes of São Jorge — Map

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A

Bocas de Fogo

Bocas de Fogo is a volcano near the community of Urzelina, Velas municipality, São Jorge Island, Azores.

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B

Pico das Caldeirinhas

Volcanic elevation in Urzelina, Velas, forming part of the island's central geomorphological structure.

C

Pico das Brenhas

Volcanic peak situated in the parish of Norte Pequeno, within the municipality of Calheta.

D

Piquinho da Urze

Elevation located in the parish of Ribeira Seca, part of the volcanic ridge crossing Calheta.

E

Sistema Vulcânico Fissural de Manadas

Geological complex of fissures and cones responsible for historical basaltic eruptions and the formation of the island's central landscape.

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