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Fanal Laurel Forest – Fanal Lagoon loop from Madeira Laurel Special Area of Conservation

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Ribeira Da Janela

Fanal Laurel Forest – Fanal Lagoon loop from Madeira Laurel Special Area of Conservation

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4.5

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Fanal Laurel Forest – Fanal Lagoon loop from Madeira Laurel Special Area of Conservation

01:46

6.03km

160m

Mountaineering

Easy mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 18, 2026

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Parque Natural da Madeira

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Parking

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496 m

Fanal Laurel Forest

Highlight • Forest

In cloudy weather conditions, the fairy forest gets an additional mystical atmosphere that fits here.

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584 m

Fanal Laurisilva Forest

Highlight • Forest

Fanal offers a sudden change of landscape compared to much of the Island. Here, a group of ancient twisted laurel trees dominate the vegetation and offer unique routes on Madeira Island.

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940 m

Ancient Laurel Forest, Madeira Natural Park

Highlight • Forest

Today, in the rain and fog, these gnarled old trees looked truly mystical.

Only the fairies didn't make an appearance in the rain.

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1.23 km

Mystical laurel forest

Highlight • Forest

Superb passage in the heart of a forest of laurels which give off a unique atmosphere.

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1.95 km

Wooden cabin in Madeira Natural Park

Highlight • Mountain Hut

There are a few small huts here where you can stay overnight... I think you can even book them

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2.95 km

PR 13 Hiking Trail – Madeira Natural Park

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The narrow hiking trail leads through jungle-like forest... the small steps make it easier to ascend or descend

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4.84 km

Ancient Laurisilva Trees and Sea Views, Madeira Natural Park

Highlight • Forest

The hiking trail leads over a hilly meadow and between the trees you always have views of the Atlantic. It's especially nice when the clouds coming from the north stick …

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5.14 km

Fanal Lagoon

Highlight • Lake

a very worthwhile detour, with a short hike through these beautiful laurel trees

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6.03 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.19 km

1.54 km

271 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.19 km

474 m

366 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,200 m)

Lowest point (1,100 m)

Weather

Friday 26 June

23°C

17°C

12 %

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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Fanal Laurel Forest – Fanal Lagoon loop from Madeira Laurel Special Area of Conservation

Fanal Laurel Forest

Fanal Laurisilva Forest

Ancient Laurel Forest, Madeira Natural Park

Mystical laurel forest

Wooden cabin in Madeira Natural Park

PR 13 Hiking Trail – Madeira Natural Park

Ancient Laurisilva Trees and Sea Views, Madeira Natural Park

Fanal Lagoon

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