Pico do Castelo

Pico do Castelo (Castle Peak) is a 437 m (1,434 ft) high volcano-shaped peak on Porto Santo Island. The peak is covered with conifers and has a panoramic terrace and a picnic spot. On the top, there is a bust in homage to Schiappa de Azevedo, who contributed strongly to the afforestation of the hill, which was once more deserted, and there are also ruins of a 16th century fortress, symbol of the defense of the population against the continued pirate attacks on the island, during troubled centuries.^[1][2]

Elevation437 m (1,434 ft)^[1]

Coordinates33°04′50.7″N 16°20′02.3″W

LocationPorto Santo Island, Madeira,  Portugal

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Pico do Castelo
View of Pico do Castelo from Vila Baleira
Highest point
Elevation	437 m (1,434 ft)[1]
Coordinates	33°04′50.7″N 16°20′02.3″W
Geography
Pico do Castelo Location of Pico do Facho in Madeira
Location	Porto Santo Island, Madeira,  Portugal

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