Explore Sete Cidades
Sete Cidades, São Miguel, Portugal
Sete Cidades is one of São Miguel’s defining landscapes, with lakes enclosed by the green slopes of a volcanic crater. Allow time to experience the water’s edge as well as the higher viewpoints, where cloud can change the view completely. The environmental centre beside the lake is a useful place to ask about local geology and walking routes. Check conditions before setting out, and keep the day flexible enough to return if the weather clears.