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Ocean-Side Island Trail: PR 3.1 - Caminho Real do Monte
A scenic route in Madeira where access, distance and terrain can be planned in advance without losing the feeling of a real walk.
- Distance
- 4.2 km
- Time
- 1 h 48 min
- Elevation gain
- 148 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- One-day
- Category
- Hiking
Route at a glance
At about 5.2 km, this is not just a viewpoint stop but a complete route through Madeira. Expect levadas, veredas, humid forest, steps and coastal slopes; the elevation range is roughly 578-1170 m.
Even on a compact route, it is worth checking the exact start point and return option so the walk stays relaxed.
Route suitability
Without a car
Hard
With children
With caution
With a dog
With caution
By bike
No
With a stroller
No
Signal
Patchy
Information status
Page status
Проверенный маршрут
When checked
Not specified
How it was checked
По данным трека
Editorial review
Reviewed by editors
Getting there
Without a car
Use buses from Funchal toward Santana, Sao Vicente, Boaventura or Ponta do Sol. For remote trailheads, taxi or transfer is often easier.
By car
Drive to the levada start, viewpoint or village. Roads are narrow and mountainous, and linear walks need a return plan.
Parking
Use parking at official trail starts, viewpoints, villages and permitted roadside pullouts.
What to expect
PR 3.1 - Caminho Real do Monte
Funchal
Santana
Sao Vicente
levadas
Difficult sections and safety
Sun, open slopes and slippery stone after rain are the main things to watch. Start early in hot weather and carry more water than usual.
How much time to allow
Easy day outing
2-4 h
With long stops
up to half a day
Best time to go
Spring and autumn are usually the most comfortable seasons around Funchal
In summer, start early and carry extra water
After heavy rain, stone and clay sections can be slippery
What to bring
comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
sun protection
extra water
Route markers
0
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
FAQ
Questions before the trip
Can I do this route without a car?
Use buses from Funchal toward Santana, Sao Vicente, Boaventura or Ponta do Sol. For remote trailheads, taxi or transfer is often easier
Is this route suitable for children?
Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.
Can I download GPX and KML?
Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 4.2 km, moderate.
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