Ilhéu do Farol, Ponta de São Lourenço

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Ilhéu do Farol is an uninhabited islet off the easternmost point of Madeira Island, Portugal. It is part of the municipality of Machico. The islet lies adjacent to the east of the larger Ilhéu da Cevada, which lies directly east of the rocky peninsula Ponta de São Lourenço. Its area is 11.5 ha. The islet is 107 meters high. A lighthouse stands at the eastern extremity of the island. The islet is part of the protected area Reserva Natural da Ponta de São Lourenço. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 32°43'45"N, 16°39'29"W

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Ilhéu do Farol – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Farol da Ponta de São Lourenço.

~500 ftNE
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Farol da Ponta de São Lourenço, Madeira Natural Park
3 min walk • The Farol da Ponta de São Lourenço is a lighthouse located on the islet of São Lourenço, marking the extreme east of Madeira Island, Portugal. The lighthouse was built in 1870 on top of a small extinct volcano and has a focal point of 103 metres. It is the oldest lighthouse in Madeira.

Ilhéu do Farol, Ponta de São Lourenço

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Ilhéu do Farol – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Farol da Ponta de São Lourenço, Madeira Natural Park