Cape Girão Viewpoint

Description of view: Cape Girão is located halfway from the civil parishes Estreito de Câmara de Lobos and Quinta Grande. It is a must-see spot for all the visitors of Madeira. This 580m high promontory is the highest in Europe and the second highest in the world. This viewpoint offers far-reaching panoramic views over Câmara de Lobos and Funchal, as well as a wonderful view over the sea. The name of the cape – Girão – was given by João Gonçaves Zarco, since this was the reference by the end of the boat trip (“giro”) on the first day of Madeira’s maritime coastline recognition.

Description of view: Cape Girão is located halfway from the civil parishes Estreito de Câmara de Lobos and Quinta Grande. It is a must-see spot for all the visitors of Madeira. This 580m high promontory is the highest in Europe and the second highest in the world. This viewpoint offers far-reaching panoramic views over Câmara de Lobos and Funchal, as well as a wonderful view over the sea. The name of the cape – Girão – was given by João Gonçaves Zarco, since this was the reference by the end of the boat trip (“giro”) on the first day of Madeira’s maritime coastline recognition.