Cycling Azores: Around São Miguel

By Tomas Belcik

Cycling S o Miguel, Azores: A 10-Day Bike Touring Guide Around the Green Island
Discover S o Miguel by Bike-Crater Lakes, Atlantic Cliffs, Hot Springs, and Endless Coastal Roads

Cycling S o Miguel, Azores is the ultimate guide for cyclists looking to explore the largest island of the Azores archipelago on two wheels. Designed for adventurous riders, this detailed 10-day loop takes you around the entire island in a clockwise route starting and ending in Ponta Delgada. The guide covers under 500 kilometers of challenging yet rewarding cycling, with nearly 10,000 meters of elevation gain, making this a bucket-list route for anyone passionate about bike touring, climbing, and island adventure.

Ride through S o Miguel's most iconic landscapes, from the dramatic Sete Cidades caldera to the steaming hot springs of Furnas and the lush cliffs of the Nordeste coastline. Spin along quiet coastal roads, tackle brutal volcanic climbs, and descend into deep green valleys. Each stage is broken down into a daily ride profile with practical advice, and where appropriate includes realistic options for shortening stages when the climbs become too steep or the days too long.

Inside this guide:

6 Main Stages covering a full clockwise island circuit

4 Side Loops and Rest Day Rides

2 Optional Rides that also offer the option to circumnavigate only half of the island

Route Descriptions, and Local Tips from a cyclist's perspective

Recommendations of where to stay

Perfect for self-supported cyclists, bikepackers, or those looking to combine a challenging tour with the natural beauty of the Azores, this book is more than just a route map-it's a travel inspiration for riders who want to experience S o Miguel up close.

Whether you're an experienced cyclist looking for your next island challenge or a traveler curious about cycling the Azores for the first time, Cycling S o Miguel, Azores gives you everything you need to plan, ride, and savor the journey.

With 164 stunning photographs that narrate the sequential experience of what you will see as you ride clockwise around the island, this guide brings your adventure to life. Along with not only cycling-relevant information, you can download 12 related GPX files showing you the way.

Written by an avid cyclist and a photographer, with over 40 cycling guides to destinations all over the world, this guide will entice not only an intrepid cyclist but also an armchair traveler.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FJF8WCVR
• ISBN13: 9798293143221
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.5" x 8.5"