Regionen · Kapitel 6
Levada Hikes & Mountains
The Levada hikes are Madeira's unique selling point — centuries-old irrigation channels that serve as hiking trails through laurel forests, tunnels, gorges, and past waterfalls. In addition, there are summit hikes above the clouds. Here you will find the best routes for every requirement.
5 Abschnitte in diesem Kapitel
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What are Levadas?
Levadas (from "levar," Portuguese for "to carry") are open irrigation channels that have been transporting the rainwate…
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Levada do Caldeirão Verde — The Green Cauldron★★★
The Levada do Caldeirão Verde (PR9) is Madeira's most famous and one of the most spectacular Levada hikes — a path thro…
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Levada das 25 Fontes — 25 Springs★★★
The Levada das 25 Fontes (PR6) and the neighboring Levada do Risco are a double feature that ranks among Madeira's most…
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Pico do Arieiro – Pico Ruivo — Above the Clouds★★★
The hike from Pico do Arieiro (1,818 m) to Pico Ruivo (1,862 m) is Madeira's royal hike — and one of the most spectacul…
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More Levada Hikes
Besides the classics, Madeira offers dozens of other Levada hikes for every taste and fitness level. Here is a selectio…
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