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PR15

Levada do Castelejo

Southwest

RestrictedModerate
📏 6.3km2.5h⬆️ 160m gain4.1

A levada walk in the rugged southwest, offering spectacular views of the sea cliffs between Ponta do Pargo and Paul do Mar. Currently restricted to a shorter section due to path maintenance.

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🎫 Permit & Booking

Permit Required

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💶 €4.50 per person🆓 Madeira residents exempt
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🌦️ Current Conditions

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Crowds
Low
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Mud
Moderate
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Exposure
Minimal
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Tunnels
None

Last verified 44 days ago

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🗺️ Route Map

🚗 Parking & Access

🅿️ Fajã da Ovelha

Fills by:Never crowded
Overflow:Roadside
Note:Check current restriction details before setting out

Approximate drive time from Funchal: ~1h from Funchal

🎒 What to Bring

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2L water minimum

All Madeira trails

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Sun cream + hat

Strong UV year-round, even on overcast days

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Hiking boots

Moderate mud. Sneakers not recommended.

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