Travelling MADEIRA BY BUS:
The North Attracts with Lush Greenery
The north of Madeira is significantly more humid than the other regions. Here, the north-east trade wind meets the mountains, which leads to the frequent formation of clouds and rain and is absorbed by the mountains.
The dense laurel forests, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thrive particularly well here as they benefit from the regular rainfall. Temperatures are slightly lower on average in the north and the climate can be described as more temperate and cooler compared to the sunny south.
This region is particularly popular with hikers who want to explore the lush, green landscapes. For example, you can take the bus to Ponta Delgada or Boaventura (both bus line 6) and reach the most beautiful hiking trails (see AllTrails).
Current Notices
The Rocha do Navio cable car is running again
Santana
The Rocha do Navio cable car is the oldest cable car in Madeira.
It is used to access the fields at sea level. After a long break for maintenance work, visitors can again enjoy this breathtaking journey into the depths.
Opening hours:
Monday 09:00–13:00, 14:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–13:00, 14:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–13:00, 14:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–13:00, 14:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–13:00, 14:00–17:00
Saturday 09:00–13:00, 14:00–17:00
Sunday 09:00–13:00, 14:00–17:00
Price for return journey: 8 Euros
ER 211 Ponta Delgada closure lifted
Ponta Delgada
The Estrada Regional 211 between Ponta Delgada and Sao Vicente was reopened on 7 October 2024 and now nothing stands in the way of a walk between these two places …
After a storm at Christmas 2020, the road was badly damaged and has not been open to the public since. The section of the road at Sítio dos Lagares had completely collapsed.
Following the dismantling of an unstable embankment and the construction of a solid concrete wall, the road has now been reopened.
Webcams
Webcam Ponta Delgada
Webcam Porto da Cruz
Webcam Praia do Faial
Events + Festivals in the North
– Dates will be added as soon as they are known –
| From | To | Where? | What? | What is on Offer? |
| January | Faial | Anona-Festival | annual in January | |
| 20.02.2025 | 23.02.2025 | Santana | Festas dos Compadres | The „Festa dos Compadres“ marks the beginning of the carnival season on Madeira. Giant colorful figures parade through the streets of Santana, entertaining visitors with humorous acts. The event culminates in a theatrical performance of the trial of the „Compadres“ and „Comadres,“ followed by the sentencing and burning of these puppets. |
| April | Ilha (Santana) | Lemon Festival | ||
| May | São Roque do Faial | Trout Festival, Cider Route (Rota da Cidra) | ||
| June | São Jorge | Arraial de São Pedro | ||
| July | Santana | 24 Horas a Bailar, Folklore Festival – 24 Hours Dancing | ||
| August | São Vicente | Festa de Nossa Senhora da Saude / Arraial dos Lameiros | ||
| August | Porto da Cruz | Arraial animará Porto da Cruz | ||
| August | São Vicente | Festas de São Vicente | ||
| August | Santana | Exhibition „What is Watt?“ | ||
| August | Ponta Delgada | Festa do Bom Jesus e do Santíssimo Sacramento | ||
| August | Porto da Cruz | Grape and Farmer’s Festival | ||
| September | Faial | Festa do Faial | ||
| October | Santana | Agricultural Festival | In October, the Festival Agrícola e Repentista da Madeira will once again take place in Santana! Along with musical performances, there will be exhibitors, seminars, workshops, and Madeira’s largest tractor parade | |
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