Madeira Levada Route: Caminho dos Pessegueiros

Route at a glance

The opening section includes Madeira levada. Woodland and valley sections gradually give way to mountain meadows, rocky slopes and open views. Later, the main places are Madeira laurel forest. There are several suitable points to pause and look around.

Route suitability

Without a car Hard

With children With caution

With a dog Yes

By bike No

With a stroller No

Signal Patchy

Getting there

Without a car

Reach Funchal by the main available train or bus connection, then continue to the start of “Madeira Levada Route: Caminho dos Pessegueiros” 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 “Madeira Levada Route: Caminho dos Pessegueiros”. 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

Madeira levada

Caminho dos Pessegueiros

Madeira laurel forest

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

Расчётное время маршрута 1 d 4 h

Расчёт учитывает дистанцию и набор высоты. Добавьте запас на отдых, погоду и навигацию.

Best time to go

The route can be walked year-round, but mountain and coastal weather should be checked separately

In summer plan for heat and sun; in winter plan for wind, rain and shorter daylight

After heavy rain, rocks, steps and unpaved ground may be slippery

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