The Top 5 Mountain Passes around Canhas
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around Canhas and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: November 1, 2025
View of Boca do Encumeada Pass
Highlight • Viewpoint
If you want to go down, then here. The paths to the next descent in front of and behind the tunnel no longer exist.
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Encumeada Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
On a clear day, the pass opens up viewpoints that allow you to observe the ocean both to the north and to the south.
The climb to the pass is …
The climb to the pass is …
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View of Esel Sattel
Highlight • Viewpoint
From up here you have a beautiful view over the saddle overgrown with gorse
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West Madeira Ridge
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
There are limited possibilities to cycle in Madeira due to the all time hilly terrain. This track along the ridge in the Northwest of Madeira is worth a ride with …
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Encumeada Pass
Highlight • Mountain Pass
On a clear day, the pass opens up viewpoints that allow you to observe the ocean both to the north and to the south.
The climb to the pass is …
The climb to the pass is …
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