FLORES

Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida

Two emblematic crater lakes on the central plateau of Flores, also connected with the start of the PR03FLO trail towards Poço do Bacalhau.

Decide whether Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida fits today
Photo of Lagoa Funda and Lagoa Comprida, Flores, Azores
Photo informationPhoto: Luis Afonso · CC BY-SA 4.0Source
Time needed1h
Access~20 min from Santa Cruz das Flores
Difficultyeasy

PLACE · LANDSCAPE · EXPERIENCE

The history, identity and landscape of the place

Lagoa Funda, also known as Lagoa Negra, reaches a depth of 108 metres according to official tourism information. Together with Lagoa Comprida, it forms one of the characteristic landscapes of the central plateau. The viewpoint works as a short roadside stop when visibility is good.

It is also the starting point of PR03FLO, a 7 km linear trail classified as difficult and taking around three hours to Poço do Bacalhau. Fog and rain can completely change conditions at altitude. For the full trail, arrange transport from Fajã Grande and carry suitable equipment.

Two emblematic crater lakes on the central plateau of Flores, also connected with the start of the PR03FLO trail towards Poço do Bacalhau.

ON SITE

What you will really discover

Lake depth and landscape

Lagoa Funda, also known as Lagoa Negra, reaches a depth of 108 metres according to official tourism information.

PR03FLO trailhead

It is also the starting point of PR03FLO, a 7 km linear trail classified as difficult and taking around three hours to Poço do Bacalhau.

Visibility and trail preparation

The viewpoint works as a short roadside stop when visibility is good.

Fog, rain and altitude

The time available, local conditions and the way you want to experience the place determine the best way to fit it into your day.

CHOOSE HOW TO VISIT

Choose how to visit: Miradouro das Lagoas – Poço do Bacalhau

The viewpoint works as a short roadside stop when visibility is good. It is also the starting point of PR03FLO, a 7 km linear trail classified as difficult and taking around three hours to Poço do Bacalhau.

Two emblematic crater lakes on the central plateau of Flores, also connected with the start of the PR03FLO trail towards Poço do Bacalhau.

MARIA™

Plan your trip with Maria™

Plan your trip with Maria™

Miradouro das Lagoas – Poço do Bacalhau can be integrated into your trip with Maria™, taking the overall pace of your stay into account.

MIGUEL™

Decide on site with Miguel™

Decide on site with Miguel™

Miguel™ can compare this place with available conditions, the time you have and other options on the island.

WHEN CONDITIONS MATTER

When conditions matter

Lagoa Funda, also known as Lagoa Negra, reaches a depth of 108 metres according to official tourism information. Together with Lagoa Comprida, it forms one of the characteristic landscapes of the central plateau.