2H walk in Ribeira Grande

Ribeira Grande is an intriguing city, with remarkable views and over five hundred years of tumultuous history.

The places and their past:

Ribeira Grande has overcome major cataclysms, including volcanic eruptions and devastating earthquakes that left marks on historic buildings but forged the resilient spirit of its population.

It was also, for centuries, a target for pirates. The city’s strategic coastal location made it vulnerable to these attacks. Today you can still see traces of coastal fortifications that protected the city from these maritime assaults.

The spectacular views:

The city offers impressive panoramic views of the vast ocean, which here is a particularly intense blue.

People and their culture:

Let’s discover how this population lived and lives, highlighting the strong initial connection to the river that gives the city its name and, later, a large migration to the American continent.

Ribeira Grande, more than five hundred years old, offers visitors a unique mix of culture, natural beauty and history.
We will explore its picturesque corners, enjoy the amazing views over the Atlantic, discover its monuments and learn about its extensive and rich past, marked by major earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and pirate attacks.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• 2H walk in Ribeira Grande
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• This Tour is Provided by Miguel de São Miguel.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Atlantic/Azores.
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