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PR28

Levada da Serra do Faial

Northeast

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📏 11km3.5h⬆️ 120m gain4.1

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.

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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
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

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Sun cream + hat

Strong UV year-round, even on overcast days

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