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Piscinas Naturais de Santa Cruz das Flores

Natural pools in volcanic rock in the town of Santa Cruz das Flores, on Avenida dos Baleeiros, with concrete access down to the water.

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About the beach

Natural pools in volcanic rock in the town of Santa Cruz das Flores, on Avenida dos Baleeiros, with concrete access down to the water. The bathing area is open sea, with a basalt-slab bottom and high exposure to swell. They are described as one of the island's most important bathing areas and can be reached by car.

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Type
Sea beach
Town
Santa Cruz das Flores
Region
Azores
Water quality 2025
Excellent
Coordinates
39.4586, -31.1258

Piscinas Naturais de Santa Cruz das Flores · Santa Cruz das Flores

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Water quality: official 2025 bathing-season classification (European Environment Agency / APA). Editorial description by Portal Turismo Portugal. Before you go, check lifeguard cover, the flag and access, especially outside the bathing season.