Access to take-off points is via private property, preferably with 4×4. The take-offs are next to the circuit of the ridge.
The range includes 3 different take-offs depending on the direction and intensity of the wind. Location with easy landings and allows a mostly thermal flight.
Do not fly without the knowledge of the local pilots and without the authorization of the competent authorities.
Information kindly provided by Paulo Luis
ROUTES
The maps below contain the routes to the take-off point, from the three nearest municipalities. You can download the files to your GPS.
On maps, you will also find useful information about the route. Gas stationsand restaurants are some of the examples of relevant points on the maps.
ROUTE 1 PONTA DELGADA – SETE CIDADES
Map of the route “Sete Cidades”: 26.91 km, 1,017 m of climbing and 201 m of descent, elevation between 9 m and 831 m. It starts at 37.73936, -25.66809 and ends at 37.84780, -25.75762 (latitude, longitude).
ROUTE LAGOA – SETE CIDADES
Map of the route “Sete Cidades”: 28.15 km, 941 m of climbing and 135 m of descent, elevation between 19 m and 831 m. It starts at 37.74534, -25.58008 and ends at 37.84751, -25.75760 (latitude, longitude).
TIME TO EAT!
LOCATION: PONTA DELGADA
Regional food, fresh fish, salads, sandwiches, fast food and take away.
LOCATION: PONTA DELGADA
Delicious mexican dishes made with the best natural products of the Azores.
LOCATION: PONTA DELGADA
With a cozy atmosphere, the restaurant overlooks the sea and free parking.
LOCATION: PONTA DELGADA
The real “tasca”, good and cheap! If you have a vacant seat just sit and eat!
