Madeira

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Madeira is renowned for its mild climate and rich diversity of flowers, earning it the title of 'Floating Garden of the Atlantic.' This natural beauty has become a paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The term 'levada' is often the first that foreign hikers learn, referring to the narrow waterways that form a network across the island. The paths alongside these channels allow exploration of hidden corners without significant elevation changes. More than half of the routes in this guide are levada walks, leading hikers through fertile fields and impressive gorges to valleys of subtropical vegetation. Additionally, the island is a popular destination for mountaineers, with the Central Massif offering varied trails, including the famous route from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, which has an alpine character. There are also 'veredas,' ancient paths that connected isolated villages. The guide features well-structured itineraries, detailed descriptions, maps, and altitude profiles that enhance understanding, with 50 proposed routes accompanied by beautiful photographs, providing suggestions for more than just hiking holidays.