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Waterfall on Levada do Norte – Encumeada Tunnel loop from Madeira Natural Park

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Waterfall on Levada do Norte – Encumeada Tunnel loop from Madeira Natural Park

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Waterfall on Levada do Norte – Encumeada Tunnel loop from Madeira Natural Park

02:28

6.86km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 9, 2026

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Parque Natural da Madeira

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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290 m

Levada Walk in Madeira Natural Park

Highlight • Trail

The Levada hike in Madeira Natural Park leads you along narrow irrigation channels through dense laurel forests and past moss-covered rock faces. Along the way, you'll enjoy spectacular views into deep valleys and across Madeira's verdant mountain landscape. The path is generally pleasant to walk, but requires sure-footedness and a head for heights in some narrow sections.

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890 m

Picnic area with views of the Parque Natural da Madeira mountains

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From this picnic spot, you have a direct view of the rugged mountains of Madeira Natural Park, rising before you in lush greenery and steep rock faces. Between wisps of clouds, deep valleys, and sharp ridges, light and shadow constantly shift, creating a breathtaking natural spectacle. The tranquil setting invites you to linger and enjoy the mountain silence, the rustling of the wind, and the fresh mountain air.

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1.62 km

View of Achada do Piquinho

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Directly at the tunnel exit there is a great view of the valley at Achada do Piquinho.
Here you can prepare yourself for the 500 meter tunnel crossing or wait for oncoming traffic, as it is hardly possible to avoid it.

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1.85 km

Waterfall in Madeira Natural Park

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The waterfall in Madeira Natural Park plunges in several cascades over moss-covered rocks into a pool surrounded by ferns and laurel trees. The constant roar of the water mingles with birdsong, creating an almost mystical atmosphere. You can take a break on the nearby rocks, feel the spray on your face, and experience the power of nature up close.

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3.42 km

Tunnel and Waterfall on PR17 Levada do Paul II

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Headlamp is a must, otherwise adventurous

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3.44 km

Levada Tunnel in Madeira Natural Park

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

The waterfall along the Levada do Norte cascades down dark rock faces in several stages, filling the surrounding vegetation with a fine mist. Among ferns, mosses, and laurel trees, you'll find a pleasantly cool spot for a short break. The sound of the rushing water accompanies you a little further along the levada path, making this section particularly atmospheric.

Along the Levada do Norte, the waterfall plunges over steep, dark green rock faces, filling the air with a fine mist. Surrounded by ferns, mosses, and lush vegetation, this is a refreshing place to rest on hot days. The steady sound of the water accompanies you a little further along the path, making this section especially atmospheric.

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4.35 km

Waterfall on Levada do Norte

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Great way, well developed and secured. It goes through a tunnel, here necessarily take flashlight. Mobile Apps is absolute minumum. Tunnel is sometimes narrow and low, esp. At entry and exit. It is best hat off and backpack to the front. Otherwise, a very nice tour. After crossing the mountain can be completely different weather on the other side. Was the case with us. We were in the middle of the clouds.

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5.24 km

Encumeada Tunnel

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

The tunnel Encumeada is about 800 meters long and in some places quite narrow and low. You should have a flashlight, I think the cell phone flashlight is not enough.

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6.86 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.71 km

2.15 km

Surfaces

4.07 km

1.63 km

1.11 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,060 m)

Lowest point (950 m)

Weather

Thursday 3 September

26°C

16°C

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Comments

June 19, 2024,Wanderung Teilstrecke PR 17 Madeira

We only walked the route to the third tunnel and then back again. Flashlights and sturdy shoes are required.
Chicken feed would have been nice too 😆.
The small restaurant at the start/end is highly recommended.

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Waterfall on Levada do Norte – Encumeada Tunnel loop from Madeira Natural Park

Levada Walk in Madeira Natural Park

Picnic area with views of the Parque Natural da Madeira mountains

View of Achada do Piquinho

Waterfall in Madeira Natural Park

Tunnel and Waterfall on PR17 Levada do Paul II

Levada Tunnel in Madeira Natural Park

Waterfall on Levada do Norte

Encumeada Tunnel

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