Montanha do Pico
A 2,351-metre volcano, the highest point in Portugal, whose climb is the island's great challenge.
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Madalena: airports, things to do and where to stay
Madalena is the main town in the west of Pico island, facing Horta across the channel. The island is dominated by Pico mountain, the highest in Portugal, and its landscape of vineyards on lava is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Madalena airports
From the airport to central Madalena
Pico airport is about 8 km from central Madalena.
Taxi
Taxis are available at the airport. Madalena is about 8 km away along the north-coast regional road.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Madalena?
Madalena is served by Pico (PIX).
How far is the airport from central Madalena?
Pico airport is about 8 km from central Madalena.
How do I get from the airport to central Madalena?
From Pico airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Madalena?
Highlights of Madalena include Montanha do Pico, Paisagem da Cultura da Vinha, Igreja de Santa Maria Madalena, and Museu dos Baleeiros.
Photo credits
- Montanha do Pico: José Luís Ávila Silveira/Pedro Noronha e Costa, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Paisagem da Cultura da Vinha: Matheus Hobold Sovernigo, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Igreja de Santa Maria Madalena: José Luís Ávila Silveira/Pedro Noronha e Costa, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Museu dos Baleeiros: Unukorno, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons