Madeira's most beautiful places

Madeira Island is a jewel for hiking enthusiasts. We loved the breathtaking scenery and the famous Levadas, irrigation channels carved out of the rock in the 16th century. The maintenance trails that run alongside them wind through the island's lush vegetation. We were amazed to see them! Here's our selection of the best Levadas to visit in Madeira, with our helpful tips in pictures! Madeira's best Levadas: tips Madeira is a hiker's paradise, with trails through lush vegetation, breathtaking … [Read more...] about 6 best Levadas in Madeira (tips + photos)

Madeira isn't known for the beauty of its beaches, but for the beauty of its natural pools, lava-surrounded basins overlooking lush cliffs.Here's our selection of Madeira's best natural pools and also some alternative coastal pool options. Madeira's best natural pools: map Here's a map to help you find your way around and choose the pools you'd like to try out or just admire: Among the pools listed in this article, those built around lava rocks are: The other pools listed in this article … [Read more...] about 10 natural (and coastal) pools in Madeira

Madeira isn't the ideal destination for those who dream of fine sand, but you can still enjoy some nice beaches for relaxing and sunbathing.Here's our selection of Madeira's most beautiful beaches, with map and useful tips in pictures! Best beaches in Madeira - map Here's a map of the beaches listed in this article, to help you find your way around: Madeira is not a beach destination par excellence. We go there above all for its impressive landscapes, lush gardens and unique hikes.But if you … [Read more...] about 12 best beaches in Madeira (photos + tips)

If you're not too afraid of heights, don't miss the chance to take one of Madeira's cable cars down to a Faja (small farmland at the foot of the cliffs).This is a typical Madeira adventure with spectacular panoramas.Here's a list of Madeira's cable cars, with our recommendations. Madeira cable car map We'll take you through the different Telefericos options, but here's something to get you started: a map of Madeira's 7 main cable cars (although the Rocha do Navio cable car is unfortunately no … [Read more...] about Madeira cable cars: 7 options (+ tips)

We take you to discover the unsuspected wonders of Madeira! This enchanting destination offers adventure and natural beauty. You won't have time to get bored: hikes, natural pools, charming villages, unforgettable views, lush gardens...Here's our selection of must-see activities and places in Madeira. 1. Just drive and enjoy the views On a trip to Madeira, you'll be transformed by the scenery.Nature here is so impressive and lush that all you need to do is drive a little and open your eyes for … [Read more...] about 15 best things to do in Madeira (+ photos)

With its rugged mountains, lush valleys and sheer cliffs, Madeira offers unforgettable views. In Portuguese, they're called Miradouros.We went all around the island, stopping whenever we saw a panorama or a sign.Although the choice was difficult, here is our selection of Madeira's most beautiful viewpoints, accessible without hiking. Maps of Madeira's 5 most beautiful viewpoints If you have limited time, here's a map with our top 5 most beautiful miradouros: Madeira's viewpoints are among the … [Read more...] about 15 most beautiful viewpoints in Madeira (without hiking)