Walks along the levadas

The levadas are irrigation channels found in mountainous areas on the island of Madeira. They were created due to the need to bring large quantities of water from the north-facing slopes, where it is abundant, to the south side of the island.

With a total length of around 3,000 km, it is possible to hike along the water channels, which allow visitors to get in touch with nature and discover incredible landscapes.

The levadas are part of a series of protected areas, including the Madeira Natural Park and the Funchal Ecological Park.