São Miguel

This trail connects the Achadinha and Salga parishes, crossing landscapes of natural and cultural-historical beauty. The journey begins at the Achadinha Garden, where a commemorative obelisk marks the landing of the Liberal Troops in 1831, an event that helped shape the history of the political-military conflict between liberals and absolutists, leading to the establishment of a constitutional monarchy in Portugal. At the same location, there is also the Padrão das Alminhas, a monument linked to the Cult of Souls, a religious tradition rooted in the parish since the 17th century.

This walk begins near the church N. Sra. Do Rosário, situated in the middle of the village. Go round the left side and, about 300m, turn left by a land road, than turn right and go up the Hill of Moio de Baixo.
During this stretch the predominant vegetation is Canas (Arundo Donax) but it is also possible to find some other species of natural vegetation from the Azores as the Beechwood (Morella Faya) and Heather (Erica Azorica). Reaching one of the highest points of this walk, it's possible to see, west the village of Fenais da Ajuda and east the village of Achadinha.

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Before starting the trail, make sure you are suitable equipped. Begin the walk near the Casa da Água - Trail Point, an old milk post transformed into a support facility for hikers, to promote the municipality of Lagoa and environmental awareness.