Notice to walkers and list of walks

Hiking along the archipelago's 'levadas' and trails is a rewarding activity. Discover the hiking trails officially classified by the Regional Government of Madeira.

Current State of the Classified Walking Routes

Before putting on your hiking boots, there's something you must do: make sure that the trail you have in mind is ready to be explored. This map shows you the current state of the classified walking routes - those that are open, those with some restrictions, and those inaccessible. Avoid surprises on the ground and make sure that every step is taken in the right direction.

Code of conduct and safety regulations

Here we shall mention some codes of conduct and safety regulations that should always be followed. Please read the information below!

Walking Code:

Avoid noise or actions against nature
Do not take plants or animals with you
Do not throw rubbish away (tissues do not easily decompose)
Do not light fires
If you are a smoker do not throw cigarettes ends on the floor, keep them for the dust-bin
Do not change or damage the signs

For your own safety:

Before starting out make sure you have update instructions on the route
Let someone else know where you’re going and when you expect to return
Be sure to confirm the time it will take so that you can finish before nightfall
Take some extra food and water with you
Wear suitable clothes and shoes
If possible take a mobile phone with you
In case of heavy rain or strong winds do not go on and/or turn back using the same route
Don’t take risks

Full List of Trails

Check here the full list of trails classified by the Institute of Forests and Nature Conservation (IFCN).

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PR 6.4 - Levada Velha do Rabaçal

This route starts at the regional road (ER 105), at Pico Gordo, and to reach Levada Velha do Rabaçal or Levada do Risco, you'll have to walk approximately 800 metres.

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PR 6.5 - Vereda do Pico Fernandes

The route along Vereda do Pico Fernandes begins at the regional road (ER 209), on the Paul da Serra plateau, and follows an old footpath to PR 6 Levada das 25 Fontes, then continues along it to the 25 Fontes lagoon.

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PR 6.6 - Vereda do Túnel do Cavalo

The route through Vereda do Túnel do Cavalo starts next to the Caldeira leisure area, also known as the 'Garagem' (garage), which is located on Estrada Dr. Roberto Monteiro, and ends at Casa do Rabaçal, the meeting point for hikers on the various hiking trails in Rabaçal.

levada do paul um caminho para todos pr 6.8

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PR 6.8 - Levada do Paul II - Um caminho para todos

This route starts next to the Rabaçal loading chamber (ER105) and takes you along Levada do Paul II to Estrada do Rochão, covering a distance of approximately 1,200 metres (2,400 metres round trip).

levada do caldeirão verde um caminho para todos pr 9.1

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PR 9.1 - Levada do Caldeirão Verde - um caminho para todos

The theme 'Um caminho para todos' ('A path for everyone') offers people with motor and visual disabilities the chance to enjoy direct contact with nature.

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PR 13.1 - Vereda da Palha Carga

The route along Vereda da Palha Carga starts at the regional road (ER 209), next to Louro da Gota, and follows PR 13 Vereda do Fanal for the first 100 metres until you find the turn-off to 25 Fontes on the left.

Notice to walkers and list of walks

Current State of the Classified Walking Routes

Code of conduct and safety regulations

Full List of Trails