Levada dos Cedros

Levada dos Cedros, also known as Levada Nova dos Cedros, is a moderate official PR hiking trail near Seixal in north-west Madeira. The route is 7.2 km one way, from E.R 209 (Fanal) to E.R 209 (Curral Falso). Allow about 1 h 40 min (2 h at an easy pace). A government permit is needed (4.50 EUR per visitor over 12). Book the PR 14 Permit with Madeira Fun

7.2 km one way · about 1 h 40 min · Moderate · Permit needed

Today's Trail Score (Tue, Nov 3): 70 out of 100, Acceptable.

Trail facts

Distance
7.2 km one way
Time
Easy 2 h · Avg 1 h 40 min · Fast 1 h 20 min
Difficulty
Moderate
Area
Seixal, north-west Madeira
Start
E.R 209 (Fanal)
End
E.R 209 (Curral Falso)
Elevation
0 m up, 254 m down, 870 to 1,133 m
Route Registry code
PR 14
Permit
Needed: 4.50 EUR per visitor over 12
Status
Open

About this trail

Connect with Madeira's natural heritage on this 7.2km trail through ancient cedar forests. The levada leads to a beautiful, serene waterfall.

Questions about Levada dos Cedros

Is Levada Nova dos Cedros the same trail as Levada dos Cedros?
Yes. Levada Nova dos Cedros is another name for Levada dos Cedros, PR 14 in the Madeira Fun Route Registry.
Is Levada do Lombo dos Cedros de Além de Baixo the same trail as Levada dos Cedros?
Yes. Levada do Lombo dos Cedros de Além de Baixo is another name for Levada dos Cedros, PR 14 in the Madeira Fun Route Registry.
Do I need a permit for Levada dos Cedros?
Yes. It is a classified PR trail, so every visitor over 12 needs a government permit (4.50 EUR). Book the PR 14 Permit with Madeira Fun
Where does Levada dos Cedros start?
It starts at E.R 209 (Fanal).
How long does Levada dos Cedros take?
About 1 h 40 min at an average pace and 2 h at an easy pace, for 7.2 km one way.

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Sunrise and sunset on this trail

This trail has 2 sunrise spots, 3 sunset spots and 4 golden hour spots. The exact spots, seasons and times are part of the Fun Pass.

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