Lush volcanic slopes at Poço da Ribeira do Ferreiro, where numerous narrow waterfalls stream through dense greenery, creating one of Flores Island’s most iconic natural amphitheatres.
Poço da Ribeira do Ferreiro is a natural lagoon on Flores Island in the Azores enclosed by steep rock walls. Multiple narrow waterfalls descend from the cliffs into a still pool below. The composition resolves through vertical water streams and the reflective lagoon contained within the ravine.
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Quick Facts
Access
Short Walk
5–15 min
Elevation Gain
20 m
Best Light
Light works best when diffused because even light preserves detail across the cliff face and waterfalls while reducing glare on the water surface.
Why This Light
Season
Weather-Dependent
The lagoon and surrounding cliffs remain consistent throughout the year. Rainfall strongly influences the number and flow of waterfalls descending into the basin.
Crowds
Often Busy
Restrictions
Access is on foot via established trails. The lagoon sits at the end of a narrow valley with no onward route beyond the pool.