Our Lady of Peace Sanctuary located in Terreiro da Luta at 867 meters. This monument was raised after German submarines bombed Funchal in 1917. At that time, the locals promised that if peace was restored, they would erect a statue in homage to Our Lady of Monte.
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Time to arrive: 9 min
Distance: 4.3 km
Visiting time: 10 min
Altitude: 867 m.

The Pico do Areeiro Viewpoint is located on the second highest peak of Madeira, with an altitude of 1818 meters, giving an excellent panoramic view over the central massif of the island. From here we can start one of the most spectacular walking routes towards Pico Ruivo.
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Time to arrive: 20 min
Distance: 12.7 km
Visiting time: 15 min
Altitude: 1818 m.

The Paredão Viewpoint, located at 1450 meters, an area recently subjected to an intensive reforestation project. This space is subdivided into two viewpoints, offering visitors excellent panoramic views over Funchal and the emblematic parish of Curral das Freiras.
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Time to arrive: 18 min
Distance: 8.8 km
Visiting time: 20 min
Altitude: 1450 m.

At an altitude of 1095 metres, the Eira do Serrado Viewpoint offers a breathtaking view over the valley where the picturesque parish of Curral das Freiras and the magnificent mountains of the central massif that surround it are located. Access to the viewpoint is via a path that starts at the Estalagem Eira do Serrado.
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Time to arrive: 10 min
Distance: 4.5 km
Visiting time: 30 min
Altitude: 1095 m.

This parish with about 1700 inhabitants, has a unique location on the island, situated in a deep valley, which resembles the crater of a volcano but which owes its appearance only to heavy erosion. The name comes around 1560, when the nuns of the Convent of Santa Clara fled from the Lutheran French pirates who invaded and sacked the city of Funchal, and they found this place hidden in the mountains to be the ideal shelter. You can visit the Church of Nossa Senhora do Livramento, built in the nineteenth century or try the local cuisine with the predominant use of the chestnut.
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Time to arrive: 15 min
Distance: 4.8 km
Visiting time: 30 min
Altitude: 670 m.

The Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint is approximately 355 meters above sea level. From this point there is a splendid panoramic view over Funchal bay and the city area, with the Desertas Islands in the background. This viewingpoint was recently restructured and nowdays it includes additional green and commercial areas where local crafts and restaurants can be found and also new leisurement facilities. This area underwent substantial improvements in terms of pedestrian and automobile access.
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Time to arrive: 18 min
Distance: 11.4 km
Visiting time: 15 min
Altitude: 355 m.

The Cabo Girão viewpoint, famous for its suspended skywalk glass platform, is situated on the highest cape in Europe, at an elevation of 580 meters, offering an astonishing view over the foot of the cliff, as well as magnificent panoramic views over Câmara de Lobos and Funchal.
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Time to arrive: 16 min
Distance: 12.1 km
Visiting time: 20 min
Altitude: 580 m.

The Rancho viewpoint is located at an altitude of 242 metres, on a cliff overlooking the sea, with excellent views over Câmara de Lobos, Funchal and the cliff of Cabo Girão. This viewpoint has a cable car with access to the Ranchos fajã, a restaurant and a car park.
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Time to arrive: 8 min
Distance: 3.7 km
Visiting time: 10 min
Altitude: 242 m.

Walk around Câmara de Lobos, to visit iconic places as the Igreja de São Sebastião or the chapel of Nossa Senhora da Conceição. There are bars and restaurants, where you can enjoy typical drinks like Poncha, and savour the Gata fish. You can visit the "Jardim do Ilheu" a cliff overlooking the sea that resembles an island with a beautiful garden, providing magnificent panoramic views.
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Time to arrive: 5 min
Distance: 2 km
Visiting time: 60 min
Altitude: 15 m.

The Pico da Torre viewpoint stands at an elevation of 186 meters, offering a 360º panoramic view and is an excellent spot to observe the Câmara de Lobos city centre, its picturesque bay, Cabo Girão, the Estreito de Câmara de Lobos village and part of the municipality of Funchal. Pico da Torre is topped by a cross, symbol of the commemoration of the 15th Anniversary of the National Revolution, for which it is also known as Pico da Cruz.
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Time to arrive: 6 min
Distance: 2.4 km
Visiting time: 10 min
Altitude: 186 m.

Considered one of the most emblematic viewpoints in the city, the Miradouro do Pináculo viewpoint is located 283 meters above sea level and offers one of the most magnificent views over the bay of Funchal.
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Time to arrive: 16 min
Distance: 14.5 km
Visiting time: 5 min
Altitude: 283 m.

We recommend parking at the Almirante Reis Car Park and depending on the time you still have available at afternoon, we suggest going up to the Monte parish by cable car in a 11-minute journey which provides an excellent view over the bay of Funchal; and descend by wicker toboggan sled ride. Otherwise, you can start a pleasant walk around the city center to visit emblematic spots.
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Time to arrive: 12 min
Distance: 5.2 km
Visiting time: Optional
Altitude: 15 m.

Monte boasts some of the most beautiful palaces and gardens, such as the Monte Palace Tropical Garden, the Monte Municipal Park, with an area of 26,000 m2 or the gardens of the emblematic Quinta Jardins do Imperador. At Largo da Fonte you can visit the Monte Railway Museum, which was a railroad that connected Funchal to Terreiro da Luta, covering 4km. The church of Monte, featuring a twin-towered façade and a large staircase with a splendid view over Funchal is a place that you cannot miss. To go back down to Funchal you can enjoy a unique tour in the typical Monte sledge, cars mounted on wooden runners and pushed by two “carreiros” along 2km downhill to Livramento where you can continue by bus, taxi or on foot.
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Time to arrive: 15 min
Distance: 3.2 km
Visiting time: 120 min
Altitude: 560 m.