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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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4.3

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Levada Nova – Waterfall in Madeira Forest loop from Santa Cruz

01:42

4.84km

270m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

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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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2.12 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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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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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 higher to Poiso. You walk through a bamboo forest and pass some abandoned houses.

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2.59 km

Bamboo Forest

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

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2.94 km

Panoramic View

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3.07 km

Stone Steps in Madeira Forest

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3.41 km

View of the Mountains and Ocean near Funchal

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take your time

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4.84 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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2.47 km

1.38 km

881 m

Surfaces

2.01 km

1.30 km

686 m

547 m

195 m

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Highest point (710 m)

Lowest point (480 m)

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Saturday 1 August

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Levada Nova – Waterfall in Madeira Forest loop from Santa Cruz

Levada Nova

Waterfall in Madeira Forest

Levada Nova Waterfalls and Eucalyptus Forest

Turnoff for the steps up to Poiso

Bamboo Forest

Panoramic View

Stone Steps in Madeira Forest

View of the Mountains and Ocean near Funchal

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