
Madeira Levada Trails
A network of 1,400 km of irrigation-canal footpaths through Madeira's laurisilva forest.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Portugal
- Country
- Europe
- Biome
- Laurel cloud forest (100–1,800 m)
- Best season
- March – October
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Laurel cloud forest (100–1,800 m)
- Best season: March – October
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A network of 1,400 km of irrigation-canal footpaths through Madeira's laurisilva forest.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: March – October
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Laurel cloud forest (100–1,800 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Europe
Biome
Laurel cloud forest (100–1,800 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Madeira Levada Trails trip tools
Popular pursuits at Madeira Levada Trails
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.




