Natural Pools Biscoitos

Category: Nature > Swimming Pool

District: Açores > Praia da Vitória > Biscoitos > Acesso às Piscinas Naturais

Location:

Located on the north coast of Terceira Island, the Biscoitos Natural Pools are situated in the eponymous parish, part of the municipality of Praia da Vitória. The site offers direct views of the Atlantic Ocean and the surrounding volcanic landscape.

The immediate surroundings are characterized by a scenery where the black volcanic rock contrasts with the blue hues of the sea, creating a distinctive natural frame for this leisure area.

Geological Origin:

The Biscoitos Natural Pools are a remarkable manifestation of the volcanic activity that shaped Terceira Island. They result from ancient eruptions that generated basaltic lava flows, of the AA type, which, upon contact with cold seawater, solidified and formed peculiar rocky structures.

Over thousands of years, marine abrasion accentuated the depressions and promontories, creating the various saltwater pools that today invite visitors for a swim in clear, calm waters.

Characteristics and Environment:

This naturally sculpted set of natural pools offers various spaces to enjoy the water. Their composition, with black volcanic rocks framing the basins, provides a captivating visual contrast with the blue of the sea.

The local environment fosters moments of tranquility and connection with nature. It is a place that allows visitors to appreciate the uniqueness of the volcanic landscape while relaxing by the ocean.

Integration into the Local Landscape:

The area around the Biscoitos Natural Pools reveals a cultural and natural landscape shaped by the same volcanic force. In the immediate vicinity, one can observe the typical curraletas, small stone walls erected to protect vineyards from sea spray and wind.

This traditional form of viticulture is a characteristic of the local landscape and an example of human adaptation to the volcanic territory, complementing the distinctive character of this Azorean geosite.

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