Official links for Madeira hiking
A curated set of official sources to verify trail status, access rules, and booking requirements (especially important for 2026).
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Access rules & booking
- SIMplifica (official portal)Reservations, payment, and the definitive requirements for your exact route/date.
- Visit Madeira — Hiking (access conditions)Public-facing guidance about hiking access conditions, including changes for 2026.
- IFCN — Fees FAQ (classified walking routes)Official FAQ and references to the 2026 fee decree.
Trail status (final check before hiking)
- Visit Madeira — Notice to walkers + list of walks (status map)The most widely referenced official status map for classified routes.
- IFCN websiteOfficial entity responsible for nature conservation and classified walking routes.
Weather
- IPMA (Portuguese weather service)Check wind/rain/fog the same day, especially for mountain routes.