Sightseeing in Camara de Lobos - what to see. Complete travel guide

Camara de Lobos became a town only more than twenty years ago. According to a local legend, when João Gonçalves Zarco visited this area and saw a bay, in which seals were sitting on rocks just like members of the senate in the chamber, he called this area Camara de Lobos or “the chamber of seals” in Portuguese. These animals are still popular and respected in the town. The seal is present in the town’s coat of arms and on numerous shop signs. There is even a cute fountain in the shape of a seal at the central square of the town.
For tourists, it might be strange to see that fishermen leave their tackle right on the coast unattended. According to local traditions, stealing fishing gear is a serious crime and the punishment for the thievery is serious. Fishermen are respected in the region, so no one dares to take their tackle. At the local market, visitors can buy fresh fish at a price that is always low.

Praia do Vigario is one of the most popular beaches in Camara de Lobos. The beach is absolutely free to enter – it is open for both tourists and residents of the town who want to relax. The beach is relatively clean – the town’s government makes sure that this coastal area is always in good condition. Praia do Vigario has a pebble surface. At this beach, visitors can sunbathe and swim in a pool with fresh water. There is even a sports ground for adherents of a healthy lifestyle. A rescue team is always on duty at the beach to ensure that everyone is safe.

Not far from Camara de Lobos, there is a popular lookout point – Cabo Girao. This is a beautiful place with a cliff skywalk that is the highest in Europe. The cliff is basalt rock. Don’t forget to visit this place to see gorgeous old eucalyptus trees and numerous waterfalls. If you get to the top of the cliff, you will reach an observation platform with a breathtaking view of the Atlantic. The scenery is truly mesmerizing. If you are lucky, you can see whales.

This guide to iconic landmarks and sights of Camara de Lobos is protected by the copyright law. You can re-publish this content with mandatory attribution: direct and active hyperlink to www.orangesmile.com.
City tours, excursions and tickets in Camara de Lobos and surroundings
Reference information
National and city parks around Camara de Lobos
♥ Nature Park 'Madeira' , 10.9 km from the center. On the map
Photo
♥ World Heritage Site 'Laurisilva of Madeira' , 11.6 km from the center. On the map
Photo
♥ Nature Park 'Madeira' , 10.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ World Heritage Site 'Laurisilva of Madeira' , 11.6 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Camara de Lobos from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Madeira Airport
From the series “The Most Dangerous Runways in the World”
Check on the map:
Distance from Camara de Lobos center - 20.2 km.
The airport was opened in 1964 and was reconstructed for the last time in 2000. At this period, the length of the runway was increased to 2,777 meters, which made it possible to receive the large aircraft. One of the biggest accidents happened in the airport in 1977, when the airline TAP could not load 425 on the short runway of 1,600 meters. After the death of the 131 passengers, it was decided to carry out the modernization of the airport, which was recently completed. …
Read further 

A 16th Century Palace in Lucca to be Turned into a Hotel
The opening of the Grand Universe hotel in Lucca marks the debut of the Autograph Collection brand in this Italian city. This is a worthy addition to the brand’s portfolio that features many exclusive hotels in different parts of the world. Lucca is a city in the central part of Tuscany that is informally famous as the city of “one hundred and one churches”. It attracts fans of different activities due to its strategic location at the foot of the Apuan Alps and twenty minutes from the Versilia coast.
Read this
23.01.2021
The opening of the Grand Universe hotel in Lucca marks the debut of the Autograph Collection brand in this Italian city. This is a worthy addition to the brand’s portfolio that features many exclusive hotels in different parts of the world. Lucca is a city in the central part of Tuscany that is informally famous as the city of “one hundred and one churches”. It attracts fans of different activities due to its strategic location at the foot of the Apuan Alps and twenty minutes from the Versilia coast.

23.01.2021
Search touristic sites on the map of Camara de Lobos

