Ponta da Ferraria, Ponta Delgada: Address, Ponta da Ferraria Reviews: 4.5/5
Ponta da Ferraria
Ponta da Ferraria
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Borislav2010
Varna, Bulgaria58 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Very different and interesting place to visit. We were bathing and also walking around the cliffs, the thermal water merges with the ocean. So amazing, different and unique and everything for free.
Written July 25, 2021
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N D
Gatineau, Canada13 contributions
Aug 2020
I did not bath but the view was amazing. The water seemed nice an de it was booming of people. The drive down the hill was a bit scary but oh so worth it. Will definitely give it a try at my next visit.
Written November 15, 2020
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CSNunes
Porto, Portugal136 contributions
Aug 2020
The view, the nature, the volcanic trail, and the sea and definitely a must see. The Ferrarias natural pool is hard to get in, there are too much people, the sea current is too strong, you should wear water shoes (the rocks inside the water are sharp), always hold to the ropes that are in the water, so you go when the tide is low. So it is just for people that are not nervous or scared and can in the end relax.
We tried to go twice, gave up the first time, because there were too many people, a big crown. And this was in very low (if not empty) tourist season with the COVID-19 pandemic. The second time, it was 9:00 in the morning on a Tuesday, and there were already 10 people there. We went in, the water was not that warm because the sea waves were coming into the pool (although in low tide). Still it is a rare monument of nature, that you should visit.
We tried to go twice, gave up the first time, because there were too many people, a big crown. And this was in very low (if not empty) tourist season with the COVID-19 pandemic. The second time, it was 9:00 in the morning on a Tuesday, and there were already 10 people there. We went in, the water was not that warm because the sea waves were coming into the pool (although in low tide). Still it is a rare monument of nature, that you should visit.
Written September 18, 2020
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Guga1979
Sao Paulo, SP21 contributions
Sep 2019
Great place to go, you can experience low and high tie with different water temperatures. Take snorkeling gear, you will see a lot of fishes
Written August 10, 2020
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Himesh
32 contributions
Jan 2020
We visited here in late far on, so most people were leaving. The water was still warm and we managed to get a bite to eat at the local restaurant there.
Written May 19, 2020
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Michael R
9 contributions
Feb 2020
I arrived at Ponta da Ferraria at about 3.30pm on a Friday afternoon, and found that the water was cold and the waves were choppy. It's a pretty unique experience to stand in a pool at the bottom of a cliff clutching a rope whilst getting battered by waves, but not exactly the relaxing thermal pools I'd imagined! Probably best checking to see when low tide is (which is when the pools are warmest) and timing your visit accordingly.
Written March 3, 2020
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Sean M
Alfred, ME422 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Great views, larval arch...hot spring in the ocean!
The sun set here was beautiful, the water was not warm this time of year, and it was high tide.
The sun set here was beautiful, the water was not warm this time of year, and it was high tide.
Written February 24, 2020
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Allen T
Washington DC, DC141 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
Looking back, we remember this experience so fondly. The warm and cold seawater swirling together. The slight danger of the strong currents. The feelings of being part of the crowd. We are so happy we did this. It was on our top 3 experiences in the Azores!
Written February 18, 2020
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Fonzo
7 contributions
Jan 2020
Its not for pampered people, and its little dangerous, when tide is coming, but ist great! Here is free place to change to swimsuit, and cold shower. Its not for children, because here are rocks and waves.
Here is a good restaurant too. We take big burgers for 6 and 8€ and its really good. They have nice staff and clean, good looking premises.
Here is a good restaurant too. We take big burgers for 6 and 8€ and its really good. They have nice staff and clean, good looking premises.
Written February 16, 2020
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Family Travels Together
5 contributions
Dec 2019
Our Family headed to Ferraria to experience the natural hot springs in the ocean. We went at low tide early in the morning. Not all of us went in, but those that did loved the experience. So fun to watch those in the water. The water was only warmish, not hot due to the big waves coming in from the ocean. Certainly worth going to experience this natural wonder!
Written January 18, 2020
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lauren13207
New York18 contributions
are there showers here? i always need to rinse off after being in the ocean. Thank you!
Elisa D
130 contributions
The location has outdoor showers :)
Hi, the hot spring is great but only open at certain times. Did anyone happen to find a silver wedding band lost on June 27th 2019 in the natural spring? Please contact me
valleymom71
Toronto, Canada9 contributions
Has anyone ever visited in February/march? Is the water still warm at low tide?
caljane17
Rosanky, TX315 contributions
I went in November, but it's hot springs, so when it's low tide, the water is warm
Fcacosta
Portugal15 contributions
ola boa tarde, é facil ir até à Ponta da Ferraria com uma criança de 4 anos? Faz se bem o percurso?
Diana V
Vinkeveen, The Netherlands18 contributions
Hallo, Ik zou dat alleen doen als ik een zwemvest zou hebben voor de vierjarige. Er kan een behoorlijke deining zijn. En een vierjarige kan nog niet zelfstandig zwemmen.
Er zijn wel wat kleinere poeltjes waar de kleine zou kunnen spelen in het water, maar dan moet je eerst over een aantal rotsen klimmen en klauteren.
liko_onthego
Chicago, IL6 contributions
How do you know when is the time to go for the water to be warm? Thank you! I heard there is a web site or app but I can't find it?
Tyler M
Waterloo, Canada85 contributions
I had the same question! There is a great (and free) app that anyone coming to the Azores should download on their phone. It's called "Spot Azores" and it has a live webcam feed for many of the major attractions on the different islands. When you select the Ponta da Ferraria site (listed as "Ferraria" in the app), it shows the outdoor manmade pool but also gives the high tide and low tide times for the nearby ocean. Be sure to visit during the low tide times to experience the warmest water.
You can also just Google "Spot Azores" and search via the website if you don't want to download the app.
Danna M
South Houston, TX
How do I book a tour or visit the Ponta da Ferraria? ANd a Car or scooter for the wek I am to be in the Azores?
JoaoCDuarte
Almada, Portugal79 contributions
Greetings
I advice you to rent the car quickly, previously before travel to avoid high costs ( for a week the médium price its about 160 eur total ) Go rentalcars site choose Portugal Ponta Delgada, or visit directly ilha verde rental , hertz rental or others. Ponta da Ferraria is near the Airport, there´s no bus down there, its close to the sea and once you get a map you´ll notice that is very very close to airport, about 10 min by car with no traffic. You can ask to any local that are very honest and will thell you exactly where to turn in the road to get there. Remember that from the Hill you can see the pools that are payed but when you arrive there you go to the left on foot for 5 min walk and you will find The natural pool with warm water, there´s a hole there that is very hot, very nice to sit there, like termal water.
treetrippers
Fredericton, Canada477 contributions
do you know of transportation from ponta delgada to here? Thanks
NomadicTraveller7
Fuerteventura9,247 contributions
I tried to answer this some weeks ago but my login was rejected.
As people have said, the only way really is to go with a hire car or driver.
To be quite honest I am not even sure whether it is worth it. There were a few people in the water and on the beach however we were not really tempted. The best part was the very good cafe restaurant where the car park is!
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- (2.04 mi) Sensi Azores Nature and Spa
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- Restaurants near Ponta da Ferraria:
- (1.17 mi) 'O Sole Mio
- (0.43 mi) A BarracAbana
- (2.78 mi) O Americo
- (3.56 mi) O Raiao
- (8.97 mi) Café Canto do Cais