Espargos, Sal Cape Verde: the capital of the island

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Espargos is the capital of the island of Sal, Cape Verde (Cabo Verde), in the middle of the island next to Amílcar Cabral International Airport. Where Santa Maria is about the beach, Espargos is about daily life: government offices, the hospital, supermarkets, the market and most of the island's residents.

Things to do in Espargos, Sal

Monte Curral: the hill above the town, with a view over the whole of Sal.
The market and shops: fresh fruit, vegetables and fish, and shops where locals buy, often cheaper than in Santa Maria.
Local restaurants: simple places with daily dishes and cachupa, away from the tourist streets.

Living in Espargos

For people who live on Sal all year, Espargos is practical: close to the airport, the authorities, the hospital and the larger shops, and more affordable than Santa Maria for buying or renting. Read moving to Sal.

Getting there

Espargos is about 20 minutes by car from Santa Maria. Shared minibuses (aluguer) and taxis run between the two towns; Palmeira is a short drive to the west.

See also Santa Maria, Sal and excursions on Sal. Huefter helps you with everything on the island: WhatsApp: +238 597 56 78.

Written by Tom Wegter of Huefter, Santa Maria, Sal (Cape Verde) · last updated: 2 November 2026