Festive, lyrical, filled with music, art, and calm crystal-clear waters.

São Vicente Island

"Cultural Capital and Bays of Charm and Tradition"

Over het eiland

São Vicente is the homeland of the legendary Cesária Évora and the cultural capital of the country. Mindelo, the main city, is famous for its magnificent bay, well-preserved colonial architecture, and bohemian nights full of live music. On the coast, the island reveals safe beaches perfect for swimming or radical windsurfing.

Hoe er te komen

Per vliegtuig: Cesária Évora International Airport (VXE) in Mindelo - domestic air connections and some direct flights from Europe.

Over zee: The Porto Grande of Mindelo offers fast daily ferry connections to Santo Antão Island (only 1 hour journey).

Klimaat en beste seizoen

Year-round, with peak interest in February (famous Mindelo Carnival) and August (Baía das Gatas Music Festival). De gemiddelde watertemperatuur varieert van 23°C (73°F) in de winter tot 27°C (81°F) in de late zomer.

Gastronomie en cultuur

Mindelo breathes modern art, poetry, and traditional music in its picturesque cafes. Corn pastel with fish and stuffed squids are must-try specialties in São Vicente.

Insidertip

"End your day at Laginha Beach, enjoying a cold drink at a beach bar while watching the stunning sunset behind the magical silhouette of Monte Cara."

Ontdek de stranden van São Vicente Island

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