Vereda do Larano

Vereda do Larano is a spectacular coastal hike along Madeira’s eastern cliffs, stretching between Machico and Porto da Cruz. This 12 km (approximately 7.5-mile) point-to-point trail offers breathtaking views and varied terrain—from eucalyptus forests and levadas to eroded cliff-edge paths overlooking the Atlantic ocean. Full hike is around 12 km, usually completed in 3 to 4 hours; a shorter 10 km out‑and‑back option from Larano to Boca do Risco and back takes 2.5–3 hours. Total elevation gain is around 240–300 m, with mostly gentle grades but some steep sections at the start near Porto da Cruz. Not suitable for people who suffer from vertigo.