Levada das Rabaças
Also known as: Rabacas Levada
High altitude levada on the Paul da Serra plateau
Trail Overview
Levada das Rabaças (PR25) is a easy levada trail located in Madeira, Portugal. Starting from Paul da Serra and ending at Rabaças, this 6km route typically takes 2 hours to complete.High altitude levada on the Paul da Serra plateau. Can be very windy and foggy
Quick Facts
- Distance
- 6 km
- Duration
- 2 h
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Elevation Gain
- 50 m
Exposure & Heights
Low exposure (1/5)
Flat plateau, no significant exposure
Tunnels
- Has tunnels
- No
Route Details
- Starting Point
- Paul da Serra
- End Point
- Rabaças
- Trail Type
- Levada
Parking & Access
- Parking Location
- Paul da Serra straight
- Parking Cost
- Free
- Best Season
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
Essential Equipment
Windbreaker, warm layers
Safety Information
Can be very windy and foggy
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, Summer, Autumn
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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