Island Trail to the Ocean: PR 3.1 - Caminho Real do Monte

Route at a glance

The opening section includes лаурисильва Мадейры. Woodland and local roads alternate with bays, beaches and open coastal views. The later section opens up more views of the surrounding area and provides places to pause.

Route suitability

Without a car Hard

With children With caution

With a dog Yes

By bike No

With a stroller No

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Getting there

Without a car

Reach Funchal by the main available train or bus connection, then continue to the start of “PR 3.1” by local bus, shuttle, taxi or on foot as appropriate. Check seasonal timetables before travelling. This is a point-to-point route, so arrange the return from the finish in advance.

By car

Drive via the VR1 and Madeira regional roads toward the start of “PR 3.1”. Continue only on roads open to private vehicles and complete restricted or rough sections on foot or by an authorised transfer. Leaving a car at the start does not solve the return journey.

Parking

Use an official car park at a signed levada, viewpoint or cable-car car park. Keep access roads, barriers and emergency routes clear.

What to expect

PR 3.1

Caminho Real do Monte

лаурисильва Мадейры

Difficult sections and safety

Climbs and descents can slow the pace considerably, especially on wet or rocky ground. Expect strong wind on exposed sections and keep away from unprotected edges. The finish is separate from the start, so return logistics should be arranged before setting out.

How much time to allow

Pure moving time 1–2 hours

Complete time on the route 2–3 hours

Best time to go

Spring, early summer and autumn are usually the most comfortable seasons

During hot months start early and carry a planned water reserve

Rocks and unpaved slopes may become slippery after rain

What to bring

shoes with grippy soles

water and food

a charged phone with an offline map

a small first-aid kit

windproof and waterproof layers

a hat and sun protection

extra water in hot weather

Elevation profile

There is no elevation data in the track for the chart.

Surface

Paving stones 35% · Artificial surface 32% · Dirt / grass 22%

Surface is defined for 106% of the route.

Paving stones 35% · 1.53 km

Artificial surface 32% · 1.41 km

Dirt / grass 22% · 1.00 km

Dirt 9% · 0.39 km

Asphalt 2% · 0.10 km