Discovering the Fanal Forest

Date of your route : Mar 22, 2026
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

We completed the route after a week of rain and in very poor weather. The paths had turned into streams. Visibility was very poor as we were in the clouds. We finished the hike in the rain. A few lovely photos nonetheless; the area is stunning.
Please note that since 1 January 2026, registration is compulsory for all official trails (PR), with a fee of €4.50 per hiker (https://simplifica.madeira.gov.pt)

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Date of your route : Feb 23, 2026
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A very beautiful hike with lovely views and stunning scenery.
The trees are magnificent and magical, making us want to sit against them and breathe in their tranquil energy.
A must-do...

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Date of your route : Oct 03, 2025
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike that allows you to discover the mystical trails around the Fanal forest. A magical finale in contact with cows.
There are a few people at the start of the hike, but as soon as you leave the car park, there is no one else around.
Some of the trails are a bit muddy, so make sure you wear good shoes with good tread.

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Date of your route : Sep 24, 2025
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A beautiful hike in the Fanal forest. There weren't many people there because most people stay where the remarkable trees are grouped together, without going on the hike. We parked near the pond, which was dry, but the place is still pretty. There is a car park for about ten cars at this spot. Take the time to admire all the trees along this lovely, easy trail, which is safe for children.

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