The Easiest Levada Walk Madeira
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- čas přidán 14. 06. 2024
- MADEIRA PORTUGAL is famous for hiking. Many people travel to Madeira for hiking because the hiking in Madeira is so good. The best thing about hiking in Madeira is that there is something for everyone. From very challenging hikes to very easy hikes. But both can be equally beautiful and rewarding. Today I want to show you the easiest hike in Madeira, or rather, the easiest Levada in Madeira. Levadas are irrigation channels built over the island to bring water to the drier areas. They now provide some of the best hiking in Europe, with 100s of options all over the island. It is not easy to choose the best levadas in Madeira but this one usually makes the list because it is so easy and because it has a beautiful view at the end. It is perfect for kids, families or if you want something short and easy levada walk. This levada is called PR11 Levada dos Balcões (levada dos balcoes).
This is the best levada for beginners in Madeira.
After walking the levada, I take you to eat at a local restaurant in Madeira which serves traditional Madeiran food.
Just a note, the video quality is not the best it could be because it was such low light when I got there. I went early to avoid the crowds and only had my phone which me to make it easy to film, but it is a lesson learned for next time. I hope you enjoy the video anyway.
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00:00 Intro
00:09 The Hike
14:08 Spectacular End
17:38 Local Restaurant
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Yep. Thats bout my speed right now.
Perfect
then it is the perfect hike for you haha
i love birds ! 😍what a lovely shot when you feeded the bird from your hand
so cute, right?
Os Balcões does get very busy as it’s normally included in many of the east island tours, presumably as an introduction to levadas; the trout farm there is also worth a visit. Great video and general all-round good vibes, keep up the good work Joe!
thank you! The trick is to definitely go early, and maybe not film yourself so you don't need to keep stopping haha
I was there on a tour but on that particular day was unable to go to the end. I love that you showed me the beauty of the Levada and the gift at the end. I’m so ready to go back to Madeira and take the walk on the Balcões. Thank you so much.
yes! you must go back and get to the end, glad you enjoyed the video
I wasn't aware of the shop there until after I did this hike, so thanks for bringing it to our attention Joe so others will be more aware of it ☺
Have a great week & weekend my friend 🤗
glad you enjoyed it Rue
Nice! Enjoying your videos in Madeira. Keep them coming :)
More to come! glad you are enjoying them
Hey Joey ! Very beautiful walk and landscape and the weather is gorgeous for exploring💛great filming❣👍love it !
..... we have a lot of rain and cool temperatures.
sometimes rain and cool temps give a nice break from the heat haha. I am in a place where it is 42/43 degrees Celsius now. I would take that.
Loved seeing the birds taking seed from your hand. I wouldn't enjoy being jostled along the path with people going the opposite way to the balcony. Quite steep drop down😬
As for that prego , the crunch and amount of garlic butter. Delicious
Thanks for another fantastic video 😊😊
thank you! yeah, going early is definitely the trick I think and it is just stunning as the sun is coming up
What time of the morning do you call early? What time did you leave Funchal? Can you go any day of the week? You do a wonderful job of selecting great background music. It fits the tranquil setting. Thanks for sharing ❤😊
I got there at 08:30 I think, maybe 8. I mean, it is beautiful as the sun is coming up and that changes as the year goes of course. it is open all week, I mean, it is fine with others on it, but you won't get that special feeling.
Thanks for a great video
my pleasure!
Brilliant scenes man, trail looks amazing! Exotic and unique 👏👏
thank you!
I am the 117 like Joe 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
woooooohoooooooo
This is a lovely walk Joe. We'll do it soon, and start in early morning as you suggest to see the views on the way and to enjoy Balcoes when it's quieter.
I use my walking stick mostly to balance around mud puddles and narrow patches on the levadas...
I appreciate what you do.
Thanks for sharing.
You will see that it is a different type of walk at that time of day, it is actually enjoyable haha.
Looks beautiful. Thank you for filming. How far away from Funchal is this place and is it possible to get a very early morning bus up here from Funchal?
good question, I am not entirely sure as I have a motorcycle. But you can find all the bus information online, it is usually pretty good. it takes about 30 mins by motorcycle to get there. It is a simple route, but obviously buses will be stopping
Thx for sharing. Not sure which of the walks I want to do when we go beginning of september. Your videos may help me choose. What time was early to miss the crowds?
I think I got there at 8am, or 08:30. But it depends on when the sun is coming up I guess, it is nice that time of day I must admit. But sure, Madeira is so busy now, you want to beat the crowds wherever you go and that usually means getting there early
Visit porto santo island
yes! I will film there, don't worry
Thank you for the video! How long does it take to get from the start of the trail to the viewpoint?🤔
About 15-20 mins! It’s not far at all :)