Hiking in Madeira – Tips for the island full of hiking trails

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Hiking is one of the most popular leisure activities on the Portuguese Atlantic island of Madeira. Many travelers take advantage of the mild climate to go on extensive tours through the breathtaking nature of the island's diverse and green mountain scenery. The tour operator Picotours offers selected tours with experienced tour guides on the topic of hiking in Madeira, bringing the tourists the most beautiful places on the island.

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Madeira is a most diverse and beautiful island in the world. It is characterized by a breathtakingly beautiful mountain landscape with intensive, green vegetation. That's why hiking is on Madeira (travel report) one of the main reasons for travelers to visit the island, spend their holidays here and get to know the country and its people. Because especially when hiking, travelers can discover many places that would have escaped them when traveling by rental car probably. Hiking the island offers deep insights and allows the travelers an intense bond with this unique paradise.

The active tour operator Picotours Madeira offers hiking trips where participants can discover the breathtakingly beautiful mountains, nature, culture and way of life. The tours are accompanied by local tour guides who know the island like the back of their hand and can show participants the most beautiful places on the island off the beaten tourist path along the hiking routes.

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Inland Madeira, there are countless hiking trails. Photo: Sascha Tegtmeyer
Inland Madeira, there are countless hiking trails. Photo: Sascha Tegtmeyer

Hiking in Madeira for beginners and advanced

Hiking on Madeira is for both beginners and advanced Adventures, During the tours on the island is set to gentle hiking. This means that the trails are usually not very steep and easily accessible. In addition, hikers on the guided tours only have to take their small daypack with them, while the luggage is transported to their next accommodation. Thus, tourists can focus on the essentials during their trip and the Nature mindful and attentive enjoy.

The best regions for hiking in Madeira

Madeira is a perfect destination for hiking trips all year round. Photo: Sascha Tegtmeyer
Madeira is a perfect destination for hiking trips all year round. Photo: Sascha Tegtmeyer

On Madeira there are over 2000 kilometers of Levada trails that can be walked on by hikers and run along contour lines along the steep mountain slopes. The levadas are old irrigation canals that have only a slight slope and supply the fields along the mountain slopes with water. The hiking tours on Madeira are followed by the Vacationer the waterways of the Levadas and can enjoy the idyllic ambience of nature at the water. Of course, there are many ways to go hiking on Madeira. The tour operator Picotours has put together some of the most beautiful walks, accompanied by the local tour guides.

Hello, I'm Sascha Tobias Tegtmeyer from Hamburg - and a real beach child with heart and soul! Sea fan, travel lover and always up for an adventure. On my travel blog Just-Wanderlust.com and the social media channels of Strandkind Travels, I combine my love of traveling and nature with a passion for water sports such as stand-up paddling, diving and surfing. I am a journalist, author and blogger - and I am naturally curious when I get to know new travel destinations and then write about them in detail. As a technology fan, when I'm traveling with my family or alone, I'm always happy to bring a few travel gadgets with me for testing purposes. My favorite travel countries, which I also prefer to write about in my travel blog: USA, Thailand and Maldives.
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Hello, I am Sascha Tobias Tegtmeyer from Hamburg – and a real beach child with heart and soul! Sea fan, travel lover and always up for an adventure. On my travel blog Just-Wanderlust.com and the social media channels of Strandkind Travels, I combine my love of traveling and nature with a passion for water sports such as stand-up paddling, diving and surfing. I am a journalist, author and blogger - and I am naturally curious when I get to know new travel destinations and then write about them in detail. As a technology fan, when I'm traveling with my family or alone, I'm always happy to bring a few travel gadgets with me for testing purposes. My favorite travel countries, which I also prefer to write about in my travel blog: USA, Thailand and Maldives.

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Overview – the most beautiful hikes in Madeira

  • 1. Hike along the trout levada
  • 2. Panoramic hike on the Pico Arieiro
  • 3. Cozy levada walk
  • 4. Hike on the passport of the lovers
  • 5. Hiking in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Rabacal
  • 6. Island crossing Madeira
  • 7. Hiking in the Caldeiro Verde
  • 8. North Coast Route - the old winemaker's transport route

Active tour operator Picotours offers guided hiking tours and individual tours

The active tour operator Picotours from Freiburg is one of the most important providers of hiking holidays in Madeira. In addition to the Atlantic island, the company also has numerous other destinations in Portugal on the mainland and the Azores in the program. Trips to the southern Cape Verde Islands and to the currently up-and-coming insider destination of Sao Tomé and Príncipe are also offered.

FAQs Madeira - the most important questions and answers

Anyone who travels to Madeira for the first time will certainly have many questions about the small island in the Atlantic. I have put together the most important questions and answers about your Madeira vacation for you.

  1. What is the best time to visit Madeira?

    The best time to visit Madeira is all year round because the maximum temperatures rarely fall below 20 degrees Celsius all year round and the island is green and blooming all year round. There is less rainfall between April and October. So if you want to have little rain on vacation, come to the island in summer.

  2. How expensive is it in Madeira?

    The cost of living in Portugal and accordingly also in Madeira is relatively low - in any case lower than in Germany. Accordingly, you can eat and drink relatively cheaply in restaurants and shopping in the supermarket is also felt to be significantly cheaper than in Germany. Of course, the prices also vary here depending on the location.

  3. Where is the most beautiful place in Madeira?

    Madeira is beautiful everywhere - the island is simply a total work of art. It is incredibly beautiful in the lively island capital Funchal, where you can wonderfully while away the time and eat very well during your holiday. The roads in the north of Madeira are picturesque and can be driven wonderfully by rental car. The northeast of the island is very natural and invites you to go hiking. If you want to visit whales and dolphins, you have to go to the west of the island.

  4. How many days for Madeira?

    If you wanted to explore Madeira by rental car, you need at least four days to see everything. Ideally, you will be on holiday for 14 days and combine excursions on the island with relaxation days. A tour to the neighboring island of Porto Santo should also be planned.

  5. When was the last earthquake in Madeira?

    The last earthquake was in Madeira in May 1975. At that time there was slight damage to buildings. Strong earthquakes are rare in Madeira.

  6. When does Madeira bloom most beautifully?

    Madeira is green all year round and the flowers bloom for 12 months. Madeira blooms particularly beautifully in March and April when the acacias bloom. In addition, the meadows bloom particularly beautifully in April.

  7. Is Madeira beautiful? How is Madeira?

    Yes, Madeira is beautiful. Madeira is a breathtakingly beautiful, scenic island with lots of rocks, mountains, greenery and blooming flowers. The island's architecture has a very special style.

  8. Does Madeira have a sandy beach? Can you swim in Madeira?

    Madeira basically has very little sandy beach. There are only two larger sandy beaches on the island - in Machico and in Calheta. There you can swim wonderfully. Otherwise there are numerous stony bays and natural pools, in which you can also bathe and swim. Overall, Madeira is characterized by steep, rocky cliffs and has very little sandy beach. For beach vacationers who expect fine sand and palm trees, the island is not necessarily the first choice.

  9. When is almond blossom in Madeira?

    The almond blossom in Madeira is in February. On February 20th, the island celebrates the famous almond blossom festival in Tafraoute.

  10. How many taxes do you pay in Madeira?

    Portugal has made Madeira an economic free trade area. Companies therefore only pay five percent tax on the island.

  11. Is nudism allowed in Madeira?

    FFK is banned in Madeira. It is also inappropriate for women to be “topless” at the pool or beach.

  12. When is Madeira cheapest?

    Madeira is cheapest between November and February. At this time the weather is a little more volatile and there are fewer school holidays. During this time you can book Madeira cheaply.

  13. How much does a beer in Madeira cost?

    A beer costs between one euro and four euros, depending on the location. Basically, the cost of living in Portugal and Madeira is rather low - this also applies to the beer prices.

  14. What does a rental car cost in Madeira?

    A rental car in Madeira is relatively cheap. There are the well-known international rental companies as well as a number of regional providers where you can rent a rental car directly at Madeira Airport. The price for a rental car in Madeira can start at 9,65 euros per day.

  15. What do I have to consider when traveling to Madeira?

    Currently you have to present a negative Covid-19 test that is not older than 72 hours when entering Madeira. The entry requirements are otherwise very relaxed, as Madeira is part of Portugal and Portugal is part of the Schengen area. Entry for the EU is accordingly easy.

  16. How long is the flight from Germany to Madeira?

    The flight from Germany to Madeira takes between 4:15 and 4:45, depending on the departure airport and flight conditions.

Climate table Madeira - best travel time all year round

MonthhighRainydaysHours of sunshinewater temperature
January198418
February198417
March207717
April 215818
May 2231018
June 2321120
July2501221
August2611222
September253923
October246522
November228520
December208419
All statements are without guarantee.

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Conclusion: Madeira on extensive hikes experience up close

Madeira is a beautiful island located in the middle of the Atlantic off the Portuguese coast. The fantastically beautiful mountains of Madeira with their thousands of kilometers of hiking trails are perfect for an unforgettable hiking holiday. The mild climate with warm winters and not overly hot summers allows hikers to plan exciting tours all year round. The diverse island with its diverse vegetation is ideal for both beginners and advanced skiers.

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