This linear trail leads through peaceful forest down toward the beautiful Foz do Cedro waterfall. The classic route starts with a staircase descent before leveling out into an easy walk — great for older kids who don’t mind a bit of a workout at the start. 💡
Family tip: If you’d rather skip the stairs, start from the opposite end of the trail and walk in flat terrain all the way to the waterfall, then simply turn back the same way.
- Distance: 7 km (one way)
- Difficulty: Moderate (due to initial stairs) / Easy if starting from the waterfall end
- Duration: ~2.5–3 hours one way (shorter if only walking to the waterfall)
- Start/End: Prazeres – Foz do Cedro
- Accessible by: Car, ~1 hour from Funchal
- Starting point: 32°48’22.0″N 17°08’27.1″W – Google Maps