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Discover the most fascinating locations in Madeira!
For people who enjoy the great outdoors and a blend of culture, history and leisure, Madeira, an island renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, is an ideal destination.
1. Funchal
Funchal, the capital of Madeira, is home to a variety of interesting historical monuments, lively markets and verdant gardens.
You can tour the Sé Cathedral or the vibrant Mercado dos Lavradores, visit the Monte Palace Tropical Garden and ride the cable car for breathtaking vistas.
2. Pico de Arieiro
At 1,818 meters (5,965 feet), one of Madeira’s highest summits, Pico do Arieiro provides stunning panoramic views of the island’s untamed environment.
Hiking trails abound, including the well-known trek to the highest peak, Pico Ruivo.
3. Levada Walks
Madeira is renowned for its levadas, which are historic irrigation channels converted into lovely walking routes.
Numerous pathways spanning hundreds of kilometers wind through verdant forests, across cascading waterfalls and beside steep alpine terrain.
4. Cabo Girão Skywalk
Known as one of Europe’s tallest sea cliffs, Cabo Girão provides an exhilarating experience with its glass skywalk that offers a dizzying perspective of the Atlantic Ocean below.
It’s an absolutely unforgettable view, you cannot miss it!
5. Porto Moniz Natural Pools
Swimming in Porto Moniz’s natural lava pools, which are situated in the island’s northern region, is an unusual and revitalizing experience.
The ocean naturally fills the seawater pools, creating a lovely environment for leisure.
These locations highlight Madeira’s varied terrain, which varies from mountains to the sea, making it an excellent choice for both leisure and adventure.
Enjoy the most thrilling times in Madeira with your loved ones, and don’t hesitate to use Madeira Transfers services for exceptional, outstanding transfers and Funchal Car Hire for car rentals at any time!
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Enjoy the most fascinating March events in Madeira!
Madeira presents a wide range of events in March 2024 that celebrate the arrival of spring and the island’s rich cultural legacy. There are a lot of modern celebrations mixed in with traditional ones this month.
1. Bitcoin Madeira- 1st- 3rd March
The first “Bitcoin Atlantis” conference will take place in Funchal, Madeira Island, Portugal, from March 1st to March 3rd.
The three-day professional event will take place at the Barreiros Stadium (Estádio do Marítimo) and approximately 5,000 professionals from all around the world are expected to attend.
The event will feature over a hundred speakers, including well-known figures from the global high-tech sector.
2. Book Fair- 1st- 10th March
The annual Funchal Book Fair is a week-long event that takes place in the beautiful jacaranda trees of Avenida Arriaga every year.
Explore the displays showcasing local bookshops and Portuguese publishing firms, or take part in literary seminars, book launches, poetry readings, children’s activities, exhibitions and live music events.
There’s a great selection of books for every age!
3. Ori Porto Santo- 2nd- 3rd March
There will be a pedestrian orienteering competition named Ori Porto Santo on the picturesque island of Porto Santo. The Clube de Montanha do Funchal is hosting the event and two courses within qualify competitors for the Madeira Pedestrian Orienteering Cup.
The participants can choose between the Easy Open and Medium Open courses, which are perfect for beginners or those looking for leisure time. The event is being organized in cooperation with the Municipality of Porto Santo and other orienteering associations.
4. Madeira Music Festival XXXVII- 2nd-3rd March, 8th-10th March, 15th-17th March and 23 rd March
The Madeira Music Festival is set to return in March 2024, supported by the Madeira Classical Orchestra and renowned violinist Norberto Gomes.
The Regional Secretariat for Tourism and Culture, a significant promoter for over thirty years, will now support the event, which was last held in 2015. A diverse range of well-known domestic and international performers alongside emerging talent guarantees an incredible ten days at the festival.
On March 2 at 21:00 in the Funchal Cathedral, the Madeira Classical Orchestra will play the opening concert of the XXXVII Madeira Music Festival.
5. The Race for Earth Hour
In connection with the global Earth Hour campaign, Madeira hosts an occasion known as the Earth Hour Funchal Race.
Usually held in Funchal, the capital city of Madeira, this event aims to raise public awareness of environmental issues and the importance of sustainable living.
Walking and running are common physical activities that participants usually conduct in the evening or at night in observance of Earth Hour, a worldwide event in which lights are turned off as a show of support for the environment.
This event combines physical activity with environmental awareness to bring the community together for a cause.
Enjoy wonderful moments and events in Madeira with your friends and family, always counting on Madeira Airport Transfer, which provides high quality and reliable transfers, for unforgettable adventures and memories!
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Madeira Flower Festival
The Madeira Flower Festival is one of the most expected festivals, which takes place in Funchal between 30th of April and 24th of May and celebrates the welcoming of spring.
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December in Madeira: the complete calendar – Part 1
So you are planning to spend December in Madeira: the complete calendar will help you make up your mind about what things you want to do and which places you are willing to explore.
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Madeira Events in June
Summer has come to the Island of the Eternal Spring! While it may sound a bit paradoxical, there is so much fun to look forward to with the coming Madeira Events in June.
In the following lines, let us catch up on the most interesting and exciting Madeira Events in June 2014:
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