Cu de Judas, Água Retorta

Cu de Judas is a mountainous spot located in the Municipality of Povoação, on São Miguel Island. Recently, it gained popularity following a marketing campaign by the e-commerce site Dott, which—through a petition—aimed to “put this place on the map” with the help of the Portuguese people.

In this article, learn more about the area, how to get there, and the postal code now associated with this place, which is also the subject of many jokes, like “Go to Cu de Judas!” This spot has existed for many years, so when someone tells you to go to this place… know that it’s relatively close and take the opportunity to enjoy a trip to the Azores.

Cu de Judas

Cu de Judas, in popular language, refers to a “distant place; the ends of the earth”. In reality, the place does exist, and it is located on São Miguel Island. It even appears on various ancient maps of the Portuguese navy:

Between Povoação and Nordeste, near the Água Retorta Forest Park, you’ll find access to this place. Check out the map below.

See also: Geocaching Cu de Judas

Video of the Dott Campaign

Watch the campaign by the site Dott.pt, which, through a petition, sought to place Cu de Judas on the map—or, in other words, to give it an official postal code.

Cu de Judas is officially on the map now! Thanks to the success of the advertising campaign and the recent popularity of this place, it’s official: Cu de Judas now has an official postal code. 9650-007 is the official CTT Postal Code for Cu de Judas.

6037 people signed the petition that made this happen.

Location on the Map

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Now, whenever someone tells you to go to Cu de Judas, you’ll go happily, as it is on the beautiful São Miguel Island, perfect for an amazing holiday! Explore São Miguel Island.

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