Santana

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Santana Essentials

Santana encompasses Madeira’s highest terrain, including the 1,862-meter Pico Ruivo and the 1,818-meter Pico do Areeiro. This UNESCO-protected region is defined by the ancient Laurisilva forest, accessible via the Levada do Caldeirão Verde and Caldeirão do Inferno trails. Coastal viewpoints like Beira da Quinta and São Cristovão overlook the Atlantic, while the Parque das Queimadas preserves traditional thatched-roof architecture. The area serves as the primary hub for the island's most significant high-altitude hiking routes and botanical diversity.

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Peaks and Waterfalls

Madeira's central massif contains the island's highest peaks, including Pico Ruivo at 1,862 meters and Pico do Areeiro at 1,818 meters. This volcanic landscape is defined by sheer cliffs, deep canyons, and stone-cut paths like the PR1 trail. The region is a designated Special Protection Area, preserving endemic high-altitude vegetation and rare bird species. Beyond the summits, the area features dramatic waterfalls accessible via the island's historic levada irrigation channels and tunnel systems.

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Mapa Santana

Klima & kdy navštívit

Nejlepší doba k návštěvě Santana: březen, duben, květen, červen, červenec, srpen, září

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