The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls
Poço da Ribeira do Ferreiro
Flores, Azores, Portugal
Top 10No. 1 in Europe
Dozens of waterfalls pour down green cliffs into a lagoon, surrounded by lush forest. A rocky path leads from the free car park in about 15 to 20 minutes.
Highlights
- Dozen falls down green cliffs
- Lagoon at the cliff base
- Rainbows in the spray
Good to know
- Walk from car park takes 15-20 minutes
- Stones slippery after rain, wear sturdy shoes
- Fog can hide the waterfalls
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