Penha de Águia, due to its magnificence, is probably one of the greatest geological symbols of Madeira whose formation and haughtiness do not leave anyone indifferent. With a height close to 600m, the Penha de Águia Footpath allows you to reach the top on a path that requires adventure and challenge on the part of the hiker.
How to get to Porto da Cruz, Madeira by bus
Buses you can get to Porto da Cruz From Funchal: Check the SAM bus website.
It’s usually the number 53, 78, or 208.
What to do in Porto da Cruz?
- Visit the old sugar cane factory of 1927
- Taste the famous Gaiado sandwich at the bar ''A fragateira''
- Taste Poncha in Praia da Alagoa bar- It has an award for the best Poncha
- Surf in Alagoa or Maiata Beach waves or walk through the beach at the sunset
- Go up until the Fortim of Porto da Cruz, a quiet small mountain where you can do a picnic or watch a charming sunrise
- Visit the Portela viewpoint, you can have a panoramic view of the village and Faial
- Go and look round the Engenho Velho Museum – a small museum on the seafront full of antique tools and machinery
- Drink a Nikita at Dino's bar
What are the best places for outdoor activities in Porto da Cruz?
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Boca do Risco- From Larano to Caniçal
Photo by: Jackson Groves
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Penha D'águia- From Terra Batista to the Big Rock
Where to start?
Hike Distance: The total distance of the loop is 8 kilometers
Hike Duration: The hike will take you about 3 hours and a half
Hike Difficulty: This trail is undeniably steep. On the ascent, you will have a muddy, slippery track. You will need to manage some rocks, tree roots. There is always a defined path but it can be overgrown and a bit wild.
The descent must be along the same path, and be careful the floor is irregular, it may cause some imbalances. In the end, arriving at the starting point, you will be able to order from the local bars a drink of the regional specialty and to enjoy up close what at first seemed difficult to predict.
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Castelejo levada walk- From Referta to Ribeiro frio
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Funduras walk or 4x4 vehicle- From Portela to Machico
Places nearby Porto da Cruz
- Quinta da Junta Santo António da Serra
- Ponta do Rosto -caniçal
- Fortim Faial
- Balcões- Ribeiro Frio
- Machico Beach
Where to eat in Porto da Cruz
- Costa Linda
- Pipa
- Praia da Alagoa
- Portela á vista
- ''A fragateira''
Which experiences are best for outdoor activities in Porto da Cruz
Madeira Jeep Excursion to North
Scents & Flavours – Northeast
Pico do Areeiro and Santana Madeira Jeep Trip