The island's most famous trail — from the highlands to the north fajã and its clam lagoon.
A linear route through the Fajãs do Norte protected landscape. Starts near Serra do Topo, descends past Caldeira de Santo Cristo — a lagoon famed for its clams — and ends at Fajã dos Cubres. Passes waterfalls, a sanctuary, intermediate fajãs and historic steel cables once used to haul firewood.
- Distance
- 9.5 km
- Duration
- 2h30
- Elevation
- 9–691 m
- Start
- Serra do Topo
- End
- Fajã dos Cubres
Interactive map
Overview with start and end points. The dashed line is indicative — always follow official waymarks on the ground.
Official map (PDF)
Topographic map from Visit Azores with waymarks, elevation and points of interest.