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Look for small coastal setups offering freshly gathered shellfish.
A simple, locally made snack first-rate for a walk along the shore.
Buy freshly cut coconuts from roadside vendors.
Look for artisans selling simple jewelry made from local shells.
Check informal stalls for vanilla or pepper cultivated nearby.
Find a spot on the rocky bluffs to watch the boundless Atlantic.
Explore along the waterline to find small, empty stretches of sand.
Water temperature…
Abade (North) lies on the northeastern tip of Príncipe Island and is the seaward extension of the main Abade settlement. Here currents from the Bafia Sea and the equatorial countercurrent meet, making the area one of the region's best points for observing ocean currents, scientific buoys of Portugal's IPMA and Germany's GEOMAR have been collecting data on temperature, salinity and CO2 fixation here for years. Residents are among the island's most experienced deep-sea fishermen and maintain the building of especially sturdy, clinkered pirogues capable of night-time voyages into the open Atlantic. The small coastal surveillance station is operated by the national navy in cooperation with the EU's NESTOR mission to combat illegal fishing. From the high viewpoint, the sight reaches on clear days as far as São Tomé, a rare experience in this otherwise foggy region.
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 27 | 28 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 |
| Rain mm | 141 | 136 | 205 | 202 | 175 | 75 | 40 | 37 | 98 | 226 | 232 | 155 |
Notable places around
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In the northern part of Abade, the easy on the eye Praia Abade awaits nature lovers. This secluded beach is characterized by its gentle waves and friendly surroundings. Those looking to cool off away from large crowds have come to the right place in this retreat. The coast shows its most beautiful side, especially early in the morning.
