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Landscape of the island of Santo Antão

Cape Verde · Barlavento

Santo Antão

Green valleys and spectacular hiking

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Overview

The most mountainous island, renowned for its cultivated ribeiras and vertiginous trails.

Discover

The Paul Valley, Ponta do Sol, Ribeira Grande and the ridge trails between ocean and mountains.

Economy

Agriculture (sugar cane and grogue, coffee, fruit), fishing and hiking tourism.

Transport

Access by ferry from Mindelo to Porto Novo. No regular commercial flights are listed on this page.

Establishments

Hotels, restaurants, activities and businesses on Santo Antão

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