Chão dos Louros easy run

This is an easy 12km run deep into the heart of Madeira’s Laurel forest.

Our route begins in the picnic area of Chão dos Louros, descending towards Rosário through wooden steps and dirt roads. Next is going up through agricultural lands and trails to Achada do Laurel, crossing Levada do Rodrigues to Folhadal, deep inside the Laurel forest.

Arriving at Levada do Norte, and moving towards Encumeada, there’s an unobstructed sight of São Vicente’s valley and the entire central mountain range of the island.

• This is an easy 12km run deep into the heart of Madeira’s Laurel forest. Our route begins in the picnic area of Chão dos Louros, descending towards Rosário through wooden steps and dirt roads. Next is going up through agricultural lands and trails to Achada do Laurel, crossing Levada do Rodrigues to Folhadal, deep inside the Laurel forest. Arriving at Levada do Norte, and moving towards Encumeada, there’s an unobstructed sight of São Vicente’s valley and the entire central mountain range of the island.

This is a trail right in the middle of the Laurel forest with great sights of the island’s central mountains.

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Trail specifications

Hike type: Running

Difficulty: Easy

Distance: 12km

Starting point: Chão dos Louros

Highest altitude: 1002m

Unevenness: ±700m

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Minimum age

18

Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate