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Levada Nova – Waterfall in Madeira Forest loop from Santa Cruz

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Levada Nova – Waterfall in Madeira Forest loop from Santa Cruz

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Levada Nova – Waterfall in Madeira Forest loop from Santa Cruz

01:43

4.95km

270m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Waypoints

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1

995 m

Levada Nova

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A beautiful and tranquil levada above Santa Cruz. It leads through a vast eucalyptus forest – it smells wonderful. Along the edge, there are many lilies, which are sure to be a sight to behold in bloom!

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2

2.12 km

Waterfall in Madeira Forest

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Beautiful spots and encountered a total of 3 people. Looking for a quiet walk, here it is.

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3

2.25 km

Levada Nova Waterfalls and Eucalyptus Forest

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Away from the tourist crowds - a tour to switch off and enjoy nature. Be careful - there are always obstacles to climb over or crawl under.

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4

2.49 km

Turnoff for the steps up to Poiso

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A big step over the Levada and then it goes up many steps towards Poiso. You walk through a bamboo forest and pass some abandoned houses.

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5

2.56 km

Suspension Bridge Over Levada dos Tornos

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Now a suspension bridge spans the small valley, which should best be crossed in pairs (signpost) - but it has been proven that it also works as a loner. Nice …

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6

2.70 km

Bamboo Forest

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A small, abandoned village in the middle of the bamboo forest

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7

3.05 km

Panoramic View

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8

3.18 km

Stone Steps in Madeira Forest

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4.95 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.43 km

1.55 km

973 m

Surfaces

2.09 km

1.32 km

691 m

655 m

202 m

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Highest point (710 m)

Lowest point (480 m)

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Friday 6 November

24°C

19°C

61 %

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