Cruzinha
Cruzinha da Garça
A small fishing village at the end of the north coast trail of Santo Antão. The walk from Ponta do Sol takes about 4 to 5 hours, with spectacular sea cliffs along the way.
Cruzinha lies at the mouth of the Garça Canyon and is the endpoint of the classic coastal hike from Ponta do Sol through Fontainhas to Cruzinha. The village has small guesthouses and restaurants. You can book a shuttle to return, or continue into the Garça Valley or toward Chã de Igreja. This section of the trail is narrow and exposed to strong sun, so bring plenty of water and sunscreen. It is recommended to hire a guide or arrange a return shuttle in advance.
Opening hours
Open all day (hiking)
Nearby sights
- Fontainhas
- Coculi
- Ponta do Sol
- Ribeira Grande (Povoação)
- Ribeira da Torre & Xôxô
- Cova Crater
- Pico da Cruz
- Paul Valley, Santo Antão