PR17Especially close to the hotel
Caminho do Pináculo e Folhadal
One of the routes most closely connected to Encumeada, combining levadas, Laurissilva forest and mountain scenery.
Encumeada
Nature & Hiking
A hotel for travellers who choose Madeira for its trails, valleys and forest.
Staying central changes how you explore Madeira
Encumeada is a strategic area for exploring Madeira on foot. From here, it is easy to plan days around the central massif, Laurissilva forest, Paul da Serra and levada routes.
Levadas and hiking routes nearby
Fast access to Laurissilva and Paul da Serra
Central base for north and south coasts
Important in 2026
PR trails require advance booking
Access to all classified walking trails (PR) in Madeira requires a timed reservation before starting the hike, through the official SIMplifica portal. This applies to individual visitors, groups and guided walks.
Book before you leave and check the trail status again on the day. Conditions can change because of weather, maintenance or safety.
Hiking map
Recommended trails across Madeira
Explore some of Madeira’s most popular levadas and mountain paths and see where each one starts and finishes. Valley View is marked in the centre of the island for quick reference.
Valley View
Start
End
PR12Especially close to the hotel
Caminho Real da Encumeada
A historic path ending in Encumeada. Some sections may be restricted — always check the official status.
PR6
Levada das 25 Fontes
One of Madeira’s best-known levadas, in Rabaçal, returning along the same route.
PR1.2
Vereda do Pico Ruivo
The most direct way to reach Madeira’s highest point, starting at Achada do Teixeira.
PR9
Levada do Caldeirão Verde
A long levada through Laurissilva forest, with tunnels and the Caldeirão Verde scenery.
PR10
Levada do Furado
A linear route between Ribeiro Frio and Portela, particularly suitable with an organised transfer.
PR8
Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço
Volcanic coastal scenery that feels completely different from the green interior of the island.
Orientation map. Select a trail to highlight its start (A) and finish (B). On-site signage and official IFCN / Visit Madeira information always take precedence.
Before you go
Always check the official status of trails and roads on the day. Mountain weather and maintenance work can change access quickly.