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Ribeiro Frio - Portela

Ribeiro Frio - Portela

4.8(5 reviews)
8 hour(s)
English
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Funchal, Portugal

Enjoy the serene sound of flowing water along the trail

Learn about the island’s agricultural heritage

Gentle terrain suitable for a peaceful and scenic walk

Ideal for nature lovers seeking an immersive experience

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This walk follows one of Madeira’s most well-known levadas, offering an immersive journey through the island’s lush landscapes. As you move along the trail, the interplay of light and shadow filtering through the dense laurels and heathers creates a magical atmosphere. The path winds gently through verdant valleys and forested areas, allowing walkers to appreciate the rich biodiversity of Madeira while enjoying a peaceful and serene environment. Each step reveals new details of the flora and the carefully maintained water channels that have been vital to the island’s agriculture for centuries.

The levada provides not only a scenic route but also a connection to the island’s heritage and natural beauty. Walking along this trail, visitors can experience the soothing sounds of flowing water alongside the vibrant greenery, making the journey both refreshing and inspiring. The combination of easy terrain, enchanting scenery, and the gentle rhythm of the levada walk ensures a memorable experience, perfect for those who love nature and wish to explore the heart of Madeira in a leisurely, immersive way.

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Customer Reviews

5 reviews
4.8
based on 5 reviews
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Cody

October 04, 2025
Google

Nice quiet hike, with beautiful landscape. Not to challenging as it's pretty flat with some narrow spots. Slightly monotonous at some points. But definitely worth checking out!

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Armin

September 18, 2025
Google

Beautiful and varied hike with a bit of everything Madeira is known for! 🌿⛰️ The PR10 starts with a path that can feel a little steep on the way up, but once you’re higher it flattens out into a very pleasant levada walk. Along the way you pass through dense forest, hear birdsong, and cross streams with small waterfalls that make the hike extra refreshing. One of the highlights is reaching the farm area where you’ll often see sheep grazing — it gives the hike a peaceful, rural charm and a feeling of stepping back in time. The views over valleys and mountains are fantastic, especially in the morning when the mist slowly lifts. It can get chilly early in the day, so bring a jacket, especially if you start in the morning. The trail is well-marked and not too difficult after the initial incline, making it a great option for hikers who want both challenge and relaxation.

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Benjamin

September 11, 2025
Google

Loved PR10. Its one of the underrated hikes on Madeira. We could not finish it completely because its 11km and back. We did 5km of the trail and 5km back. There a couple of waterfalls and views and no people. Parking is free and the PR10 is close to PR11. For the 10km we hiked we did 3 hours. Its mostly flat terrain and not difficult at all. Really enjoyed the quiet hike on this one.

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Ton

August 19, 2025
Google

Very nice hike which is easy to do with great views over the valey. Takes about 4 to 5 hours including a break to enjoy the view and have some bread to regain energy.

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Al

August 11, 2025
Google

The friendly and more secluded sibling of the PR 10 on the other side of the road. Way less people. Same great landscape. Easy to hike (admittedly we went down for 2km only and returned because we did the PR11 on the same day). This is much closer to a Levada feeling than the other one. DO IT!

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