The Levada do Norte is one of Madeira's sunniest levadas, meandering gently along the hillsides with sweeping views of villages, terraced fields, and the Atlantic Ocean. The well-maintained path leads you past eucalyptus trees, small gardens, and through short tunnels, always accompanied by the gentle murmur of the water. Thanks to its gentle gradient, this hike is ideal for leisurely walkers, but some exposed sections still require attention and sure footing.

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Hunsbuckel 🇺🇦

February 18, 2021

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The Levada da Norte is well attended up to the tunnel, but afterwards it is almost lonely.

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Dave Rave

February 11, 2023

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Nature is really overwhelming! Since it was still raining at the beginning, the path was a bit slippery and would have been better with sturdy, waterproof shoes. Many exotic plants lined our way, I felt like I was in a rainforest.
The levadas on Madeira are man-made drainage ditches; the first emerged more than 500 years ago. The decision as to whether these levadas will be declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site is still pending.
It is not without reason that Madeira is also called the flower island 🌿🌴🏵🌺🌸

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1. Boca da Encumeada e Levada do Norte — circular route PR17 on Madeira Island

11.2km

04:27

750m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Waterfall on Levada do Norte – Encumeada Tunnel loop from PR 17

22.1km

09:34

1,330m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Levada do Norte – Waterfall on Levada do Norte loop from Madeira Natural Park

5.03km

01:50

200m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 1,010 m

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1. Boca da Encumeada e Levada do Norte — circular route PR17 on Madeira Island

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