Levada da Azenha
Also known as: Watermill Levada
Local agricultural levada passing through gardens
Trail Overview
Levada da Azenha (PR23) is a easy levada trail located in Madeira, Portugal. Starting from Caniço and ending at Azenha, this 2.5km route typically takes 1 hours to complete. Local agricultural levada passing through gardens. Respect private property boundaries
Quick Facts
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Duration
- 1 h
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation Gain
- 20 m
Tunnels
- Has tunnels
- No
Route Details
- Starting Point
- Caniço
- End Point
- Azenha
- Trail Type
- Levada
Parking & Access
- Parking Location
- Caniço Center
- Parking Cost
- Free/Metered
- Best Season
- Year-round
Essential Equipment
Comfortable shoes
Safety Information
Respect private property boundaries
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: Year-round
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