PR 6.8 – Levada do Paul II
A Path for Everyone
Afstand
1.2 km (One Way)
Duur
45 min
Moeilijkheid
Very Easy
Status
OPEN
Beste tijd voor een bezoek
Pro Tip: This trail is almost never crowded. It’s a fantastic spot for a quiet picnic with elderly family members or young children who need a safe space to run.
⚠️ Technische moeilijkheidsgraad
Why Hike Levada do Paul II?
De PR 6.8 is part of the “Um Caminho Para Todos” (A Path for Everyone) initiative. It proves that you don’t need to be a mountain climber to experience the high-altitude nature of Madeira.
It follows the Levada do Paul on the Paul da Serra plateau. You are surrounded by the yellow flowering gorse, with easy, flat walking and fresh mountain air.
Parcours Kaart
A short linear route on the ER 110 road (Paul da Serra).
Stap-voor-stap handleiding
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1
The Gate (Start)
Park at the marked layby on the ER 110 road. Pass through the green gate. The path is immediately wide and flat.
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Along the Channel
Follow the water channel. The path is bordered by wooden posts and wire, ensuring safety and defining the route.
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3
The Picnic Zones
There are designated areas with benches where you can stop and enjoy the silence of the plateau.
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Turnaround Point
The maintained accessible section ends after about 1.2km. Simply turn around and enjoy the easy stroll back to the car.
Beste fotoplekken
The entire plateau is covered in Ulex (Gorse) bushes. When in bloom, the contrast of yellow flowers against blue sky is stunning.
Paul da Serra is open grazing land. You will often see cows crossing the road or grazing near the levada.
At 1400m altitude, you are often above the clouds. Look for the “sea of clouds” effect in the valleys below.
Faciliteiten & voorzieningen
Hoe er te komen
The trail is located on the **ER 110**, the main road crossing the Paul da Serra plateau.
📍 Location Tip
It is roughly halfway between the Rabaçal turnoff and the Encumeada pass. Look for the brown sign saying “PR 6.8”.
Het perspectief van de bestuurder
🚘 Straight Roads
The easiest driving on the island.
Onze huuraanbeveling: The road across Paul da Serra is wide and straight. It’s a great place to enjoy a **Convertible** car on a sunny day. This is Madeira Island has options like the Mini Cabrio.
Essentiële uitrusting
- Zonnehoed: There is absolutely no shade on this plateau.
- Water: Bring your own; there are no facilities here.
- Jacket: Even on sunny days, the wind at 1400m can be chilly.
🍹 Na de wandeling: Waar eten?
Snack Bar Encumeada
Drive 10 minutes east towards the Encumeada pass. This traditional stop offers great Poncha, sandwiches, and souvenir shopping with a view down two valleys.
