Levada Fajã do Rodrigues
Also known as: São Vicente Levada, Ginjas Levada Walk
Three tunnels (longest ~20min), dramatic valley, Ribeira do Inferno stream
Trail Overview
Levada Fajã do Rodrigues (PR16) is a moderate levada walk trail located in Madeira, Portugal. Starting from Ginjas (São Vicente) and ending at Ribeira do Inferno, this 7.8km route typically takes 3-4 hours to complete. Three tunnels (longest ~20min), dramatic valley, Ribeira do Inferno stream. Currently closed for maintenance. When open: long dark tunnel (20-25min), uneven footing, dripping water.
Quick Facts
- Distance
- 7.8 km
- Duration
- 3-4 h
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation Gain
- 150 m
Exposure & Heights
Moderate exposure (3/5)
Long tunnels require confidence; narrow levada path with drops in sections.
Tunnels
- Has tunnels
- Yes
- Tunnel count
- 3
- Longest tunnel
- 600 m
- Headlamp
- Required
Route Details
- Starting Point
- Ginjas (São Vicente)
- End Point
- Ribeira do Inferno
- Trail Type
- Levada Walk
Parking & Access
- Parking Location
- Ginjas, São Vicente
- Parking Cost
- Free
- Best Season
- Spring to autumn (when open)
Essential Equipment
Headlamp (essential for tunnels), hiking boots, rain jacket, warm layer
Safety Information
Currently closed for maintenance. When open: long dark tunnel (20-25min), uneven footing, dripping water.
Weather Advisory
Levada trails are generally sheltered, but sections may be slippery when wet. Rain increases waterfall volume, which makes the experience more dramatic but the path more challenging. Wear waterproof boots.
Best time for this trail: Spring to autumn (when open)
Permit Required
This route typically requires a paid permit. Always confirm the final requirements (price, timing, and who is exempt) in SIMplifica for your exact route and date.
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