- The view
- The mouth of Ribeira do Porco and Ilhéu de São Cristóvão, from the terrace at Boaventura on the north coast.
- Useful for
- See if the islet is in cloud, and whether the coast road looks wet, before you drive the ER101.
- It will not show
- The picture does not say if the restaurant on the terrace is open.
- A sunny Funchal is not this coast.
- The camera
- Image by NetMadeira
- Getting there
- ER101 through São Vicente toward Boaventura. The road is narrow. Do not block it. The old royal road cut into the cliff is steep and exposed.
Is the north coast in cloud? A sunny Funchal is not this terrace.
You see the islet off Boaventura. A sunny Funchal is not this terrace.
You see the mouth of Ribeira do Porco and the islet. The restaurant terrace is in the picture. Whether they are open is not.
Shoes you can walk in, and something for the sun.
When to go
The camera looks that way. If the rock has vanished, the coast is in mist and the drive will be the same. The north side does this while Funchal is bright. If the rock is sharp and the sea is visible, the stop is worth it.
The mouth of Ribeira do Porco and the islet off Boaventura. A sunny Funchal is not this coast.
A cliff, a rock in the sea, and a restaurant on the same terrace. The picture is the view, not a table.
The viewpoint sits on the cliff at Boaventura, on the north coast in the municipality of São Vicente. In front of you is the mouth of the Ribeira do Porco and, offshore, the Ilhéu de São Cristóvão, a steep rock in the water.
The camera looks that way. If the rock has vanished, the coast is in mist and the drive will be the same. The north side does this while Funchal is bright. If the rock is sharp and the sea is visible, the stop is worth it.
About this webcam
Quick facts
- Location: Miradouro de São Cristóvão, Madeira
- Category: North Coast
- Best time to watch: Sunrise for dramatic lighting; late afternoon for soft, golden hour light. Clear days offer the best visibility of the coastline.
- Coordinates: 32.8095, -16.9768
Weather Information
Madeira has a mild climate year-round. Use the webcams for real-time conditions (visibility, sea state, wind).
About the area
This page belongs to the North Coast category in Madeira and groups 13 related webcams. Use the category link to explore nearby views and compare conditions.
Quick Tips for Visitors
- Check local visibility and ocean conditions via the webcam before heading out.
- Madeira weather changes fast: bring a light jacket.
- Respect signage and local guidance.
Highlights
- Unobstructed panoramic views of the Boaventura valley
- Dramatic overlook of Madeira's northern coastline
- Northern terminus of the PR2 Vereda do Urzal mountain trail
- Prime spot for sunrise and golden hour photography
- Peaceful and easily accessible roadside location
Nearby attractions
- PR2 Vereda do Urzal (Northern Valley Trailhead)
- Levada da Achada Grande
- Ponta Delgada village
- Véu da Noiva Viewpoint
- São Vicente Caves & Volcanism Centre
Travel tips
- Bring a light jacket: weather shifts fast.
- Wear proper trail shoes.
- Avoid trails in heavy fog.