PR 4 - Levada do Barreiro

This tranquil 5.2 km levada walk epitomizes Madeira's irrigation heritage, following a traditional water channel that once distributed water from wetter regions to the drier southern parts of the island. The easy, flat, well-maintained path takes 2 hours 10 minutes to traverse, making it perfect for families and leisurely walks. Hikers enjoy high-altitude vegetation featuring tree heath and mountain grapevines while gazing over Ribeira de Santa Luzia valley and Funchal. Starting at Poço da Neve and ending at Casa do Barreiro, both easily accessible by car, this trail offers cultural insight into Madeira's agricultural engineering while providing accessible nature immersion for all fitness levels.