PR28
Levada da Serra do Faial
Northeast
OpenEasy
📏 11km⏱ 3.5h⬆️ 120m gain⭐ 4.1
A pleasant levada walk along the Serra do Faial ridge northeast of Funchal. Good views of the north coast and access to the Faial viewpoint (miradouro). Popular weekend walk for Funchal residents.
🎫 Book on SIMplifica: €4.50/slot →🎫 Permit & Booking
Permit Required
Book 1 day ahead via SIMplifica portal
💶 €4.50 per person🆓 Madeira residents exempt
🌦️ Current Conditions
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Crowds
Moderate
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Mud
Low
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Exposure
Minimal
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Tunnels
None
Last verified 49 days ago
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🗺️ Route Map
🚗 Parking & Access
🅿️ Ribeiro Frio or Cruzinhas
Fills by:10:00 on weekends
Overflow:Roadside ER103
Note:Multiple access points along the route
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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