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- Vereda da Ribeira da Janela 4.4 Directions
PR 15 is an official IFCN-managed trail on Madeira's dramatic north coast, in the municipality of Porto Moniz. It descends from the highlands to the coast along one of the island's most striking valleys.
| Route | Curral Falso → Ribeira da Janela |
| Distance | 2.7 km |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Duration | ~1 h 30 min |
| Start point | E.R. 209 (Curral Falso) |
| End point | Ribeira da Janela |
| Altitude | 820 m → 400 m (downhill) |
| Managed by | IFCN (regional forests & nature authority) |
To visit this area, you must pay via the SIMplifica portal:
- €4.50 — visitors over 12 years
- Free — visitors 12 years or under
⭐ 4.4/5 from 119 hiker reviews on AllTrails
The trail begins at Curral Falso on the plateau road (E.R. 209) and drops steadily through lush laurel forest (Laurissilva) to the river mouth at Ribeira da Janela — one of the island's most photogenic coastal spots, where the valley meets the Atlantic on the rugged north coast. Along the way you'll pass waterfalls, moss-covered trees, and sweeping views down the valley.
Check the current trail status on OpenMadeira before setting out — conditions can change due to weather, maintenance or restrictions.
Photos: walkmeguide.com
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