Madalena Ferries

Located in the municipality of Madalena on the island of Pico in the Azores, a Portuguese autonomous region, is a small port. Pico Island is connected to other Azorean islands and the Portuguese mainland by the port, which is a major maritime hub for both passengers and cargo.

Madalena Village, tucked away in the centre of Pico Island, is a natural and cultural sanctuary that weaves a complex web of environmental preservation, economic development, and history. Madalena is proud to be the wine capital of the Azores and is one of the ten wine-growing regions in the world to be named a UNESCO Heritage Site. The village's reputation as the 525901st Portuguese trademark is a result of its extensive vineyards, which capture its vinicultural heritage and have been carved into the landscape.

In Madalena, wine production is woven into the very fabric of the community. Madalena's history of exporting its delicious nectar to countries like Macau and India, as well as the current wine industry's comeback, are examples of its adaptability and tenacity.

Beyond viticulture, Madalena's story also touches on the once-dominant whale-hunting industry, which underwent a dramatic metamorphosis to become whale-watching. The village has established itself as a global leader in sustainable tourism thanks to its dedication to protecting its whaling heritage and promoting the welfare of cetaceans.