Praia da Viola, on the north coast of São Miguel (between Lomba da Maia and Maia), is a secluded beach with black sand and gravel, surrounded by cliffs with springs and a small waterfall. It can only be accessed through a 5 km (round trip) footpath that passes by windmills and rural landscapes. It is a peaceful and natural place, ideal for those seeking tranquility, but without supervision.