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- Vereda das Funduras 3.9 Directions
- Vereda da Ponta de S. Lourenço 4.7 Directions
This is a community route mapped on AllTrails — it is not part of Madeira's official PR trail network managed by IFCN (the regional government's forests and nature-conservation authority), so it has no official open/closed status and no guaranteed maintenance or signage. Check access and conditions locally before setting out.
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Distance | 4.0 km |
| Route type | Point to point |
| Estimated time | 1.5–2 hours |
| Area | Madeira Natural Park |
| Community rating | 4.2★ from 91 hiker reviews on AllTrails ↗ |
The trail begins in the town of Machico and climbs up to the summit of Pico do Facho, a hill overlooking the town with stunning views of the bay and surrounding mountains. The path is well-marked with a mix of uphill and downhill sections, including some rocky and steep areas. Along the way you'll encounter laurel trees, Madeiran firecrest birds, and lizards — a nice slice of the island's native flora and fauna in a compact route.
At the summit of Pico do Facho, the panoramic reward is one of the best viewpoints on Madeira's eastern side, with sweeping views over Machico bay and the peaks of the central massif.
- Directions to trailhead ↗ — routes from wherever you are.
Since Machico – Ribeira do Natal is unofficial, here are the closest official trails in the same area for comparison:
| Trail | Distance from Machico | Difficulty | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| PR 5 Vereda das Funduras | ~7 km / 11 min drive | Moderate | 8.7 km (Portela → Maroços) |
| PR 8 Vereda da Ponta de S. Lourenço | ~11 km / 15 min drive | Moderate | 4 km (+ 4 km return) |
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