Miradouro da Bica da Cana

No need to climb the highest peaks: at 1,580 m on the rim of Paul da Serra, in the parish of Canhas (Ponta do Sol), Bica da Cana is one of the archipelago's most popular and most photographed lookouts, reached directly by road. A unique view over the São Vicente valley carpeted with Laurissilva; many come up for sunrise, often enriched by a layer of cloud building up below the summits. Next to it, several trails (including PR 17 to Folhadal and PR 27, closed in 2026) and the recently renovated Bica da Cana leisure area, with its facilities and picnic area.