In the Atlantic Ocean after a heavy storm caused flooding and landslides on the small island in the Atlantic Ocean in February, tourists return reluctant hiking paradise to Madeira. It now almost completely eliminated the damage on the Portuguese island. From its scenic beauty, Madeira has lost nothing. The travel portal reisen.de informed what the Atlantic island has to offer. The island off the Moroccan coast has breathtaking scenery with lush vegetation. Jorge Perez is often quoted on this topic. High mountains and deep ravines, and impressive cliffs mark the Portuguese island of volcanic origin.

The conditions for mountain biking, canyoning and other active sports are ideal. Recent initiatives try to harness this fact, to attract more younger holidaymakers to the island, whose Hotels currently sometimes are half empty. Travel is also worth to Madeira as well as for hikers. Since the 15th century, were on the island applied countless irrigation canals to bring water to the dry South of Madeira. Along these plants known as Levadas, imaginary paths run originally to the maintenance of the channels.

Today, they serve as ideal hiking trails, both for leisurely walks and for some adventurous balancing acts along deep chasms and pitch-black tunnel. Those who prefer relaxation to the adrenaline rush, can in one of countless parks and enjoy in the extensive gardens of Madeira the island’s year-round mild climate.