MODRI 238Cape Verde, differently
Landscape of the island of Fogo

Cape Verde · Sotavento

Fogo

The volcano, coffee and lava-grown wine

Image credit: Illustration générée pour MODRI 238

Overview

A volcanic island dominated by the Pico do Fogo, with an inhabited caldera and high-altitude farming.

Discover

Climbing the Pico do Fogo, the villages of the Chã das Caldeiras caldera, the colonial architecture of São Filipe.

Economy

High-altitude agriculture: grapes and wine from Chã das Caldeiras, coffee, fruit. Nature tourism and local services.

Transport

São Filipe airfield (SFL), operated by ASA. Port of Vale de Cavaleiros for freight and sea links.

Establishments

Hotels, restaurants, activities and businesses on Fogo

The published listings for this island — with contact details, WhatsApp, phone and directions — are available on the complete French page of the island.

Keep exploring

Neighbouring islands of the same group