{"id":2316,"date":"2024-05-23T14:43:58","date_gmt":"2024-05-23T13:43:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/madere-sure-dangers\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T15:33:52","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T14:33:52","slug":"madeira-safe-dangers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/madeira-safe-dangers\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Madeira safe? Our answers + tips"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Considering Madeira for your next vacation?<br\/>An excellent idea, this island will offer you wonderful moments between mountains, cliffs, gardens and natural pools.<br\/>Here are all the details to answer your question: <strong>Is Madeira safe<\/strong>?<br\/>With all our tips for a carefree vacation.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/is-madeira-safe-dangers-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"madere sure dangers\" class=\"wp-image-2232\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We made our own choices, visited the area anonymously, and paid our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How safe is Madeira? Quick response<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, on the whole Madeira is a safe destination. It&#8217;s easy to travel here, even on your own.<br\/>The few risks to be aware of are the currents on some beaches, the dangers of some hiking trails (steep gradients), some very steep roads and, like all tourist destinations, a few thefts.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is an island in Portugal where Portuguese laws apply.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Pico-do-Arieiro\/Pico-Areiro-hike-return\/i-hGjVJGq\/1\/CRT8kSwNmhTRZttQbS8xkNcjV5G6j6jjhWmqxnfX4\/L\/Pico_areiro_hike_Madeira-9498-L.jpg\" alt=\"protection along a hike\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f4fae2;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Madeira<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2 wp-block-paragraph\">Our independent picks for <strong>the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-madeira-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Madeira<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-luxury-hotel-funchal-madeira-5-star-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best 5-star hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-boutique-hotels-funchal-madeira-charm\/\">Best boutique-hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hotels-old-town-funchal-avis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Funchal Old Town<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-adults-only-hotels-funchal-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best adults-only hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-family-hotels-madeira-kids-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels for families<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hotels-all-inclusive-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best all-inclusive hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/beste-romantic-hotels-funchal-madeira-lovers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best romantic hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Accommodation\/i-TtZHSRZ\/1\/7f80cf7d\/L\/Arco_da_Calheta_hotel_Madeira-8896-L.jpg\" alt=\"Engenho Velho Hotel\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to do in an emergency Medical care<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before I tell you about a few risks to be aware of, the first thing is to know what to do in an emergency.<br\/>Dial 112 to contact the emergency services. This is a European number, enabling you to contact people who speak different languages.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is a large enough island. You&#8217;ll find a well-developed medical system, with hospitals and clinics equipped to deal with most medical emergencies.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you drink the water in Madeira?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Absolutely! Thanks to the mountains, the clouds are stopped and it rains regularly. Water resources are therefore natural and treated in the same way as in Europe.<br\/>In fact, the water is excellent.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Levada-25-Fontes\/PR6-Levada-25-fontes-levada-hike\/i-JrBWQSv\/1\/CrKf7Mpr7Mm6Kc24knBqHhM3xK4NtxKbNvrPB35J6\/L\/Rabacal_25_Fontes_walk_waterfall_Madeira-7162413-L.jpg\" alt=\"Waterfalls in Madeira\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#edf8cc;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING YOUR CAR AT <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">\nMadeira<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list liste_voiture\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/en\/portugal\/madeira?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a car with a good engine for hilly roads, but not too big for manoeuvring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s plenty of demand and few cars, so <strong>book early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" alt=\"Car rental in Madeira\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/portugal\/madeira?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=madeira\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/renting-car-madeira-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Crimes and the big picture &#8211; travel for a single woman<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Portugal is one of Europe&#8217;s safest countries for travelers, and the islands of Madeira have a lower crime rate than the mainland.<br\/>Of course, as in all tourist destinations, pickpockets do occur and it&#8217;s best not to leave anything visible in the car, but crimes against tourists are rare.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is a great destination for women exploring alone.<br\/>Elisa and I traveled the island on our own without feeling any stress or insecurity, even in the capital Funchal.<br\/>The only precaution to take is to warn you when you are going hiking alone, but this rule applies everywhere!<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural and meteorological hazards<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is an ancient volcanic island. No risk of eruption.<br\/>The climate is generally mild. However, in the event of a major storm, rivers can rapidly increase in volume. This may cause some flooding in the valleys, as well as landslides.<br\/>Avoid hiking in thunderstorms.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-Sao-Louranco\/Hike\/i-mFkfbrC\/0\/DCnVFGrfPqMxvQmjswKLbm2CW6KwNh3KLWPShWKk5\/L\/Ponta_de_Sao_Louranco_Madeira-7130334-L.jpg\" alt=\"Madeira's volcanic tip\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#edf8cc;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/ebook-travel-guide-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/inpost-Madeira-Lovers-EN.jpg\" alt=\"inpost Madeira Lovers FR\" class=\"wp-image-7160\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risks associated with hiking and outdoor activities<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is a <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hikes-madeira-walks\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3028\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hiker&#8217;s<\/a> paradise, with plenty of trails along the levadas (irrigation canals) and beautiful mountain trails.<br\/>However, many of these hikes have passages with impressive sheer drops. The most popular hikes are very well secured, but the lesser-known are wilder. Be careful, as humidity can cause falls.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most common injuries is actually slipping into one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-levadas-madeira\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2573\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">levadas<\/a> while trying to walk too fast. The rock is slippery and some people sprain or break their ankles.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Levada-25-Fontes\/PR6-Levada-25-fontes-levada-hike\/i-Ms72pmL\/1\/Dcw3G9JHFDmx9wVNBhv2FP3ZRr3gBJz3g65Xh7sxG\/L\/Rabacal_25_Fontes_walk_waterfall_Madeira-7162379-L.jpg\" alt=\"Walking along a levada\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">Subscribe to our <span 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But when conditions are calm, don&#8217;t hesitate &#8211; it&#8217;s one of Madeira&#8217;s most unforgettable experiences. <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/natural-pools-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our list of natural pools<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just be aware that volcanic rock can be sharp in places.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-Moniz\/Natural-pools\/i-f3rTSpP\/1\/DvH3XRpqT3L4tL693vBXbbrmLFnZPxz7tGvkxZhHz\/L\/natural_pools_Porto_Moniz_Madeira-8760-L.jpg\" alt=\"Swimming in the natural pools of Porto Moniz\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#f4fae2;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR FAVORITE ACTIVITIES IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Madeira<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Catamaran tour to see dolphins and Madeira&#8217;s giant cliffs. &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s?q=Funchal+dauphins+catamaran&amp;searchSource=8&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">View the schedule and availability\u2014and make a reservation!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Canyoning among the rocks! &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/canyoning-tc65\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">View options and availability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Gastronomic tour to discover local specialties &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/visites-gastronomiques-locales-tc532\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">View options and availability<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/9c-Dolphins\/i-whpFzdc\/1\/2fa5ccf1\/L\/dolphin_cruise_boat_Tour_Madeira-7204502-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:319px;height:303px\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is it dangerous to drive in Madeira?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may read horror stories on the Internet, but remember that the millions of visitors who have driven carefree haven&#8217;t taken the time to write about it on the web.<br\/>Yes, these are winding mountain roads and not very wide, but on the whole the roads are in good condition, with one lane in each direction, and protective walls. Take your time and you&#8217;ll be fine. Learn more in <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/driving-madeira-tips\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"3730\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on driving in Madeira<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Driving\/i-Hr3sLBX\/1\/JXm884Qdvfww4K3tRVW2JPLcjQmxZBZTcm5x2VXr\/L\/driving_Madeira-8564-L.jpg\" alt=\"a protective wall on Madeira's roads\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile texte_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#72ba2038\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column img_icone is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image image_icone\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane.png\" alt=\"madeira plane\" class=\"wp-image-6342\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:100px;height:100px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane.png 400w, https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center paragraphe_une is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">It&#8217;s time to book!<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/dONaXy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Compare everything:<\/strong> companies, prices, schedules and availability.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How dangerous is Funchal?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-funchal-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"2152\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Funchal<\/a> is a lively tourist city. It&#8217;s one of the cities in Europe where we felt most comfortable visiting.<br\/>It&#8217;s very pleasant with smiling people. However, we don&#8217;t recommend trying to get around the city by car, as parking can be tricky. Once in the old town, it&#8217;s easy to explore on foot.<br\/>As in all tourist towns, thieves can happen, so take care of your belongings. However, as the island is more difficult to access, there are far fewer of them than in the major European cities or on the Canary Islands.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">PLAN YOUR STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Madeira<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best of<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-madeira-attractions\/\">Things to do in Madeira<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-viewpoints-madeira-miradouros\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful viewpoints<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Madeira&#8217;s most beautiful beaches<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-gardens-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful gardens<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/natural-pools-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natural pools<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hikes-madeira-walks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful hikes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/most-beautiful-roads-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful roads<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/hidden-gems-madeira-secret-places\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Secret places<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13d-Rocha-do-Navio\/i-T3f6J48\/2\/d3DHMbHtwPMz7Tj9qDPmRxGpbxx5RBRCr4LrPp2c\/S\/Roacha_do_Navio_cable_car_Madeira-7241164-S.jpg\" alt=\"Navia Rock\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Practical advice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/how-to-get-around-madeira-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Getting around Madeira<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/renting-car-madeira-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rent a car in Madeira<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/driving-madeira-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Driving in Madeira<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-madeira-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Madeira<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Itineraries: 3 days &#8211; 4 days &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-5-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-6-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-one-week-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-10-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 days<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Driving\/i-xNmkb72\/2\/DF578h2B7Q6RbR84FZXN5v8D7vg6nLZ9dzBdrJ2rZ\/S\/driving_Madeira-7241434-S.jpg\" alt=\"Driving in Madeira\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Places not to be missed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/dolphin-watching-madeira-whales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dolphin watching<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-funchal-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Funchal<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-camara-lobos-madeira-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Camara de Lobos<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-ponta-do-sol-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ponta do Sol<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-santana-madeira-visit\/\">Santana<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-pico-do-arieiro-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pico do Arieiro<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-porto-santo-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Porto Santo<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6c-Camara-dos-Lobos\/i-zH7D8Tv\/2\/DpttrQSghWXj2DKMm3VHbFkhFMLsTFhS37sRFTxNz\/S\/camara_dos_Lobos_Madeira-7173015-S.jpg\" alt=\"Camara de Lobos\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/claire-robinson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Portraits-equipe\/i-kDdMx9Z\/0\/1da5136c\/L\/regionlovers-2-bis-L.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE WROTE THE ARTICLE \n <\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Claire<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Considering Madeira for your next vacation?An excellent idea, this island will offer you wonderful moments between mountains, cliffs, gardens and natural pools.Here are all the details to answer your question: Is Madeira safe?With all our tips for a carefree vacation. 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