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Portugal Praia da Viola

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Praia da Viola is a small beach at the northern coast of São Miguel, the main island of the Açores. It can only be reached by foot. As the waves and currents are mostly strong, this beach is rarely suitable for swimming. But it offers a lot of opportunities to take impressive images.

Photography Tips

Beware of the tides and the waves. At high tide the beach may get lost under strong waves.

Travel Information

A small road leads from Lomba da Maia to the northern coast. Park your car at the end of this road. The beach can be reached in app. 10 - 15 minutes.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Just a few people

Best Timing Summer

Sunrise & Sunset 07:52 - 17:27 | current local time: 12:49

Photo Themes Landscape sea seascape seashore

Locations São Miguel Açores Maia Praia da Viola

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