Calheta Essentials
Calheta represents the dramatic geography of Madeira's southwest, ranging from coastal sugar cane mills to the high-altitude Paul da Serra plateau. The region is centered on Rabaçal, a gateway to the UNESCO-protected Laurissilva forest where the Levada das 25 Fontes and Risco waterfall originate. Historical sites like the Engenho da Calheta showcase the island's sugar heritage, while 15th-century chapels and high-altitude viewpoints like Pico dos Bodes offer insight into the local architecture and panoramic landscape.
A 25 Fontes Falls
The 25 Fontes is a group of waterfalls located in Rabaçal, Paul da Serra on Madeira Island.
B Paul da Serra
Paul da Serra in the municipal county of Ponta do Sol, Madeira, is the largest and most extensive plateau of Madeira, at about 24 km2, with…
C Risco
A towering waterfall cascading into a pool from the Risco cliff. It is accessible via the Levada do Risco trail starting from the Rabaçal forest station.
D Rabaçal
A major hiking hub located within the Paul da Serra plateau. It serves as the starting point for several primary levada walks through the UNESCO-protected Laurissilva forest.
Calheta Rum Factory
A distillery producing white rum Aguardente out of sugar cane is still working. You can visit the factory and buy their products.
F Lagoa do Vento
A high waterfall that drops into a large natural lagoon. The site is reached via a trail from Rabaçal that descends through dense laurel forest.
Igreja Paroquial de São João Baptista
A 16th-century parish church featuring a Manueline-style portal and a Moorish-inspired ceiling. It houses a silver processional cross donated by King Manuel I.
H Capela de Nossa Senhora do Loreto
One of Madeira's oldest religious buildings, this 15th-century chapel features Manueline architectural details and is associated with the island's early noble families.
Pico dos Bodes
A mountain viewpoint offering a 360-degree panorama of the Calheta coastline and the surrounding agricultural terraces. It includes a modern observation platform.
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