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Vacation to Madeira

Madeira is an enchanting island of Portugal and a popular vacation destination for travelers seeking sun, sea and adventure. Madeira is known for its spectacular natural beauty, breathtaking views, unique flora and fauna and beautiful beaches. Madeira is also known as the flower island. For us, Madeira will always have a special place, because this is where we met.

For travelers who enjoy hiking and outdoor activities, Madeira is a paradise. The island offers countless hiking trails through mountainous landscapes, past beautiful waterfalls and impressive cliffs. Madeira is a paradise for travelers who enjoy hiking and outdoor activities.

In summary, a vacation to Madeira is a perfect combination of adventure, relaxation and nature. Delve into your trip to Madeira now and discover the charms of this beautiful island.

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Madeira overview

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Currency: euro

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Time zone: GMT+1

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Best travel time: April – October

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Language: Portuguese

Discover Funchal

Funchal is the vibrant capital of Madeira. The city is known for its colorful flower market, cozy streets and historic buildings. Take the cable car for stunning views of the city. From here you can visit the botanical gardens at Monte. As a soccer fan, visit the Cristiano Ronaldo museum.

Funchal is not only a great destination in itself, but also the starting point of your Madeira vacation. In fact, Madeira’s airport is located near Funchal. Also, Funchal is an excellent base to explore the rest of the island, if you choose to stay in one place. Check out all the tips about Funchal here.

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Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo

The absolute highlight, literally and figuratively, is the hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. You hike across the roof of Madeira along the magnificent cliffs. The view is breathtakingly beautiful. The hike must be done if you are in Madeira. Tip: An extra experience is to do this hike at sunrise.

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Hiking vacation on madeira

Madeira is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The island offers many different hiking trails, ranging from short and easy walks to challenging long-distance hikes. During these hikes you will have amazing views of the island. Most hiking trails run along a levada: a hand-dug irrigation canal.

Whether you are an experienced hiker or just starting out, Madeira is a wonderful destination for every type of hiker. Plan your hiking vacation in Madeira and discover the beauty and richness of the island. Check out the articles below on some of the popular hiking trails you can do on your Madeira walking vacation to get in the mood.

PR8: Ponta de São Lourenço

PR6: 25 Fontes & Risco waterfall

PR9: Levada do Caldeirão Verde

Praktical tips Madeira

Get well prepared for your vacation to Madeira with our practical tips. Before you start your trip, it is good to consider the budget and planning of your trip. We will help you get started with planning the itinerary and what activities you can do there. For example, we have written a blog about an itinerary for Madeira for two weeks. This is long enough to explore all the sights of Madeira. A week to Madeira is actually just too short to enjoy everything.

Naturally, you would also like to know what a vacation to Madeira costs. Life in Portugal is cheaper than in the Netherlands, so that’s already a good thing. In our article on the travel budget for Madeira, we take you through all the costs involved in a vacation to Madeira. It’s also smart to rent a car in Madeira.

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Packing list Madeira: what not to forget?

Madeira is one of our favorite destinations in Europe. The flower island, as it is better known, has high mountains, cliffs and beautiful nature. The weather in Madeira can be very unpredictable, though. Within an hour, it can go from sunshine to heavy rain. It is...

The 8 most beautiful beaches in Madeira

Madeira is a volcanic island. That's why you won't find long stretches of white sandy beaches here, but rather many mountains and elevation changes. You don't come to Madeira to bake on the beach for days but mainly for the beautiful walks. Still, you will find fine...

PR6: Levada de 25 fontes & Risco waterfall

The PR6 levada is one of the most famous hikes in Madeira. You will pass the most beautiful nature during this hike and end at the amazing Risco waterfall. It is an easy hike. Still, you are about 3 hours on the way. All the information about the PR6 25 Fontes &...

Itinerary: Madeira in 2 weeks

Madeira's nickname is "the Hawaii of Europe. This beautiful flower island has been visited by more and more travelers in recent years. Despite the fact that Madeira belongs to Portugal, and thus is in Europe, you feel like you are on another continent. The beautiful...

Budget: How much does a trip through Madeira cost?

Madeira is called the island of flowers and the island of eternal spring. The names say it all: it is a beautiful and diverse island. In 2021, I, Noëlle, traveled around Madeira for 22 days solo and kept track of all expenses. Below I share the summary of the expenses...

8X Things to do in Funchal

Funchal, besides being Cristiano Ronaldo's hometown, is the capital of Madeira. Most tourists stay in Funchal during their trip to Madeira because this is where most of the activities can be enjoyed. There is plenty of fun to be had both during the day and in the...

PR9: Levada do Caldeirão Verde

Everywhere in Madeira you will find levadas. These are irrigation canals dug by hand centuries ago to bring water from one side of the island to the other. Levada do Caldeirão Verde is a hike along a levada that takes you through dense forests and narrow paths. The...

PR1: Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo

The hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo is one of the most beautiful hikes in Europe. If you are lucky, at the start of the hike at Pico do Arieiro at 1818 meters altitude, you will first see a beautiful sunrise above the clouds. After this, you walk around a...

PR8: Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço

At the most northeastern tip of Madeira is a large peninsula called Ponta de são lourenço. From here starts the hike PR8 which takes you almost to the end of the island. Along the way you will enjoy beautiful views of the rocks, small islands and when it is very clear...

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