PR8
Levada do Caldeirão Verde
Northeast
OpenModerate
📏 13.8km⏱ 5h⬆️ 280m gain⭐ 4.8
One of Madeira's most dramatic levada walks, culminating at the magnificent Caldeirão Verde waterfall with its 100m drop into a circular green pool. Four dark tunnels (up to 200m) require a torch. Outstanding laurisilva along the way.
🎫 Book on SIMplifica: €4.50/slot →🎫 Permit & Booking
Permit Required
Book 3 days ahead via SIMplifica portal
💶 €4.50 per person🆓 Madeira residents exempt
🌦️ Current Conditions
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Crowds
High
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Mud
Moderate
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Exposure
Minimal
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Tunnels
Yes, torch needed
Last verified 44 days ago
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🗺️ Route Map
🚗 Parking & Access
🅿️ Queimadas forestry park
Fills by:09:00 in summer
Overflow:Roadside below park
Note:Same starting point as PR7 Levada do Rei
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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Headtorch (non-negotiable)
Pitch-dark tunnels. Phone torch not enough.
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Hiking boots
Moderate mud. Sneakers not recommended.
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Leave by 06:30
Parking fills before 07:00 in peak season
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Screenshot permit confirmation
No signal at trailhead. Save offline before leaving.