Albergaria do Penedo is situated near the Promenade on the coast and the Swimming Complex of Porto da Cruz, at a 15 minute drive from the International Airport of Funchal, the Santo da Serra Golf Club and the Madeira Theme Park in Santana. Its privileged location makes it possible to do walks such as from […]
“Have you imagined what it would be to dive in the wonderful oceanic world….. To disclose its secrets…. To discover the mysteries of the aquatic environment, source of all life in the planet? The Madeira Aquarium offers a guided tour to the “world of silence”. Visit the 11 thematic thanks with more than 70 typical […]
“Angels Inn Paradise” is much more than a vacation house; it is a refuge where you can quietly enjoy time for yourself and your own. Located in Prazeres, region of Calheta, about 30 km from Funchal and 45 km from the airport, its route is easy and well marked by road signs. The modern road […]
Prices 2010
The rates are in Euros We accept: – Cash – Credit Card – Visa – Mastercard – American Express This accommodation requires a minimum of 3 nights stay. During check-in the key is handed over to the guest and a deposit of 250€ is required for eventual damages. This deposit may be in […]
PR5 Vereda das Funduras
Start: Portela Finish: Maroços Time: 3h Distance: 8,7 km This trail begins at the Portela viewpoint, from where we have a magnificent view over both the Porto da Cruz and Faial parishes which is dominated by the rocky outcrop of Penha d’Águia. The hike begins along the forest road of the Funduras mountain range, and […]
PR16 Levada Fajã do Rodrigues
Start: Ginjas – S. Vicente Finish: Ginjas – S. Vicente Time: 3h 30m Distance: 3,9Km (3,9Km return) This trail begins at Ginjas in the municipality of São Vicente and follows the walkway alongside the Fajã do Rodrigues levada or the Fajã da Ama Levada, both being the names used for this levada, it ends at the […]
PR 11 Vereda dos Balcões
Start: E.R. 103 (Ribeiro Frio) Finish: E.R. 103 (Ribeiro Frio) Time: 1h 30m Distance: 1.5 Km (+ 1.5 Km return) This trail begins at regional highway E.R.103 at Ribeiro Frio and follows the levada of Serra do Faial, providing access to the Balcões belvedere, which offers beautiful panoramas of the deep valley of Ribeira da […]
Start: Ginjas – S. Vicente Finish: Ginjas – S. Vicente Time: 3h 30m Distance: 3,9Km (3,9Km return) This trail begins at Ginjas in the municipality of São Vicente and follows the walkway alongside the Fajã do Rodrigues levada or the Fajã da Ama Levada, both being the names used for this levada, it ends at the source […]
Água de Pena Surrey Sports Park
This Surrey Sports Park has many sport facilities, namely for the practice of: Hokey, Futsal, Minibasket, Volleiball, Handball, Tennis, Padel, Squash, Skating Madeiraball, Skate areas, Slide, Rappel, and many others.
If you follow this description our hotel should be easy to find. It is located in Fajã da Ovelha. For the first time, you will take from the airport to the hotel 1hour and 20minutes. At the airport, take the “Via Rapida” (dual carriageway) towards Ribeira Brava. In Ribeira Brava you will find a roundabout. […]
Characterization of Immaculate Heart of Mary
The Parish of the Immaculate Heart of Mary belongs to the municipality of Funchal. It has an area of 1.35 square kilometers and a population of 6,951 inhabitants, according to 2001 data. The climate is mild throughout the year, with average temperatures between 15 º and 25 º C. One of the most important architectural […]
History of Immaculate Heart of Mary
Immaculate Heart of Mary Immaculate Heart of Mary is a civil parish wich belongs to Funchal municipality. In the end of the 20th century, there was a huge growth in Funchal, namely along the Ribeira de Santa Luzia and along the Monte railway, which was caused by the settlement along the rural roadways. This, led to […]
Caracterization of Jardim da Serra
The main ex libris of Jardim da Serra civil parish is Quinta Jardim da Serra, Boca dos Namorados and the cherries. The civil parish is known to possess a very fertile land for cherries. After all, Jardim da Serra is the only place in the island where the red fruit grows. For that reason, the […]
Caracterization of Quinta Grande
Quinta Grande civil parish, established on July 24, 1848, features Cabo Girão, which, with an altitude of 540 metres, is the second highest promontory in the world. Quinta Grande also has for you to visit, the mother church, as well as Vera Cruz and Nossa Senhora de Fátima chapels. Besides these places of interest, one […]
Pico Gordo
Pico Gordo is a mountain relief situated in the civil parish of Calheta, nearby the Monte das Estrebarias. This peak is 1200 meters high.
History of Curral das Freiras
The name Curral das Freiras (nun’s pen) originated from a curious situation. It was given, it is believed, around 1560, at a time the place served as refuge to the nuns of Santa Clara convent, in Funchal. The nuns, running away from the Lutheran pirates that invaded the island and plundered the city of Funchal, […]
Caracterization of Curral das Freiras
Located far away from the sea and protected by high mountains that defend those who live there from invaders, this incredible and amazing place is called Curral das Freiras. With an area of 25.07 km2, Curral das Freiras is the largest civil parish of Câmara de Lobos municipality. In fact, the civil parish of Curral […]
History of Jardim do Mar
According to some authors, the name Jardim da Serra derives from Quinta do Jardim da Serra. The farm was built in the 19th century, by Henry Weiteh, up on the mountain. Quinta do Jardim da Serra was first part of Estreito de Câmara de Lobos civil parish, from which it would later be separated in […]
History of Quinta Grande
The name of Quinta Grande civil parish is owed to a large property that the Jesuits had there. The Jesuits were Quinta Grande’s first settlers. With time, it would end up by including the locality, which would later rise to the statue of civil parish. A considerable part of the land that today belongs to […]
Ilhéu de Fora
Ilheu de Fora, also known as Ilhéu do Farol (Lighthouse Islet) is situated in the extreme eastern part of Madeira Island, namely in Ponta de São Lourenço. Besides Ilhéu de Fora, there is also another Islet, namely Ilhéu da Cevada. This small islet is nearer to Ponta de S. Lourenço, than Ilhéu de Fora.