Steep Atlantic cliffs at Ponta do Pargo on the west coast of Madeira Island, Portugal.

    Aerial view of the dramatic sea cliffs at Ponta do Pargo on the west coast of Madeira Island.

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    Farol da Ponta do Pargo

    Landmark

    Farol da Ponta do Pargo is a lighthouse located on the westernmost cliffs of Madeira Island in Portugal. The lighthouse stands on a high coastal plateau overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The composition resolves through the lighthouse structure framed by the surrounding cliffs and open ocean horizon.

    32.81393, -17.26307

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    Steep Atlantic cliffs at Ponta do Pargo on the west coast of Madeira Island, Portugal.

    Aerial view of the dramatic sea cliffs at Ponta do Pargo on the west coast of Ma…

    Drone view of Farol da Ponta do Pargo lighthouse on the cliffs of Madeira Island, Portugal.

    Aerial view of Farol da Ponta do Pargo lighthouse on the western tip of Madeira …

    Sunset over the Atlantic Ocean seen from Miradouro do Farol da Ponta do Pargo viewpoint on the western cliffs of Madeira, Portugal.

    Sunset view over the Atlantic Ocean from Miradouro do Farol da Ponta do Pargo on…

    Farol da Ponta do Pargo lighthouse on the western cliffs of Madeira Island, Portugal.

    Farol da Ponta do Pargo lighthouse on the cliffs of the west coast of Madeira Is…

    Farol da Ponta do Pargo lighthouse on the western tip of Madeira Island, Portugal.

    Farol da Ponta do Pargo lighthouse on the western coast of Madeira Island.

    Quick Facts

    Access

    Roadside / Step-out

    0–5 min

    Elevation Gain

    10 m

    Best Light

    Sunrise
    Golden Hour
    Overcast

    Light works best when the sun is low or diffused because angled light defines the lighthouse and surrounding cliffs while reduced contrast preserves detail acro

    Why This Light

    Low-Angle Relief
    Softens Contrast

    Season

    Weather-Dependent

    The lighthouse and surrounding cliffs remain structurally consistent throughout the year. Weather conditions and ocean visibility influence the appearance of the surrounding coastline.

    Crowds

    Usually Quiet

    Photography Notes

    Work from positions around the lighthouse where the structure aligns with the surrounding cliffs and Atlantic horizon. Changing position alters how the lighthouse separates from the coastline and how the cliffs frame the scene.
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