25 Fontes (25 Springs) Waterfall – Levada of the 25 Springs loop from 25 Fontes

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25 Fontes (25 Springs) Waterfall – Levada of the 25 Springs loop from 25 Fontes

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25 Fontes (25 Springs) Waterfall – Levada of the 25 Springs loop from 25 Fontes

02:25

4.65km

420m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 1.16 km for 24 m

After 3.47 km for 24 m

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342 m

Louro da Gota Forest Trail

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The Louro da Gota forest trail leads you through a tranquil section of the Laurissilva forest, where laurel trees, mosses, and ferns dominate the landscape. The path is pleasantly shaded …

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1.63 km

25 Fontes (25 Springs) Waterfall

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A beautiful natural spectacle that you don't see often. The 25 Fontes are certainly worth a visit. However, you share the joy with many other hikers.

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1.85 km

Twisted Laurel Forest Trail, Madeira Natural Park

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Instead of the longer section along the Levada, there is this shortcut over the steps... I find the path along the Levada more beautiful

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2.11 km

View of the valley in Parque Natural da Madeira

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From this vantage point, a sweeping view opens up into the valley of the Madeira Natural Park, deeply carved between verdant slopes and dense laurel forest. The lush vegetation, the …

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2.21 km

Levada Tunnel Trail in Madeira Natural Park

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The trees arch over the path here... it's like walking in a tunnel

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2.81 km

25 Springs Levada Trail

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A very nice tour, which is already very busy. Sometimes there is quite a high level of "walking traffic" on the Levada path. My tip: start as early as possible, …

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2.94 km

Levada of the 25 Springs

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Great hiking trail along the Lavada River. Very popular and usually crowded. Allow plenty of time.

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3.49 km

Viewpoint with stone bench in Madeira Natural Park

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At this viewpoint with its stone bench, you can take a peaceful break and let your gaze wander across the wide valleys and green slopes of the Madeira Natural Park. …

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4.65 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.07 km

1.32 km

172 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.28 km